Research project: Influence of ultimate strength on aged and corroded ships
The aim of this work is to model the ultimate strength degradation of steel structural members used in the construction of ships, such as found within cargo holds and ballast tanks. There is a vital need to develop enhanced modelling techniques based on more rationalised corrosion patterns that are directly informed by classification societies. By determining the influence of steel plate thinning, the most significant corrosion features for these aged and corroded structures will be highlighted. Thus, allowing more appropriate surveying strategies to be undertaken and importantly what steps should be implemented to ensure identification of susceptible corrosion locations.