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Corrosion Science and Advanced Materials

The Corrosion and Advanced Materials Laboratory, led by Rajeev Gupta, Ph.D., explores fundamental and applied aspects of metallic materials with particular emphasis on corrosion science, surface engineering, and advanced characterization techniques.

Corrosion Initiation and Propagation

Investigating the fundamental mechanisms driving corrosion in metals and alloys to better understand material degradation.

Corrosion initiation and propagation mechanisms

Structure-Processing-Property Relationships

Linking microstructural features and processing conditions with material performance and durability.

Structure-Processing-Property-Performance Relationships

Protective Coatings and High-Temperature Oxidation

Developing innovative coatings and alloy compositions to enhance resistance against environmental degradation.

Protective Coatings and High-Temperature Oxidation

Techniques and Methods

  • Advanced electron microscopy and spectroscopy
  • Electrochemical analysis and corrosion monitoring
  • Atom probe tomography and high-energy X-ray characterization
  • Multiscale mechanical testing and microstructural analysis