Abstract:<div>Unpainted weathering steel has been used extensively in Canada for bridge construction primarily to reduce the maintenance requirements and increase durability in comparison to regular structural steel. However, weathering steel has not performed well in bridges where chlorides from de-icing salts get onto the steel and prevent the development of a proper protective patina on its surface.</div><div>An alternative solution to this problem is the use of ASTM A1010 stainless steel with a… Show more
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