An investigation of biopolymers in corrosion resistance under industrial exposure condition

Abstract

India, a developed country with a bounty of resources, has produced a large number of biopolymers that were employed in historical construction. If these biopolymers are proven through research to have positive aspects, it would eventually result in the development of environmentally friendly, cost-effective, and long-lastingstructures. Although many of the efficient inhibitors, like chromate and arsenate, are exceedingly poisonous, the price of inorganic inhibitors is generally inexpensive. As neem and turmeric extracts are readily available and may be obtained year-round in concrete, they should be further investigated as corrosion inhibitors in various ratios and combination. This experimental investigation can be used to provide a corrosion inhibitor that is affordable, non-toxic, eco-friendly, and user-friendly.The application of biopolymer in concrete has been supported by the results of the feasibility study, which additionally showed promising result for aexcellent corrosion inhibitor from the phytochemical analysis and results for compressive strength.