Polymer Coupons in Flexible Risers

05/04/2025 11 min Temporada 1 Episodio 10
Polymer Coupons in Flexible Risers

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Episode Synopsis

Since flexible risers usually have both polymer and metallic layers, monitoring the corrosion of the metal components is essential as well.Corrosion Coupons: These are small metal pieces attached to the riser to monitor the rate of corrosion over time.Galvanic Corrosion Monitoring: Monitoring the galvanic potential between the polymer and the metal layers can provide insights into corrosion effects, especially in underwater environments.