Abstract
Cathodic protection is widely used to protect structural steel from corrosion in marine environments. However, an inappropriate cathodic potential may lead to hydrogen embrittlement (HE). Therefore, this study investigates the relationship between cathodic protection potential, structure and composition of calcareous deposits, and hydrogen embrittlement susceptibility of Q460 steel. The slow strain rate test results and fracture analysis reveal that Q460 steel had the smallest HE susceptibility when covered with the calcareous deposits formed under -1.1 VSCE. The deposits have a relatively thin calcium-rich inner layer and a condensed magnesium-rich outer layer, which can significantly inhibit hydrogen entry. A sustained deposition reaction during slow strain rate testing (SSRT) in artificial seawater can also decrease the HE susceptibility of Q460 steel.
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