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Cathodic protection is a very effective system for keeping structure electric potentials at such levels as in prevent development of corrosion phenomena. The AUTOSTRADE Company was the first in Italy to install an experimental system of this nature, adopting the most advanced implementation types and technologies (computer-controlled monitoring, photovoltaic feed and special coating grouts). Significant advantages of the cathodic protection system include partial purging of de-icing salts from concrete, protection from possible stray currents, and elimination of the need to waterproof surfaces exposed to aggressive agents, as well as easy and timely quality control of structure protection.
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Romagnolo, M., Ferrari, S., Grandi, M. (1990). Cathodic Protection of Reinforced Concrete Structures — Experimental System Installed on a Viaduct in Service on the IRI-Italstat Network. In: Nowak, A.S. (eds) Bridge Evaluation, Repair and Rehabilitation. NATO ASI Series, vol 187. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-009-2153-5_39
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