Marine concrete structures face relentless exposure to chloride ions and aggressive chemical species, with measured penetration rates reaching 15-25mm per year in splash zones. Field studies show that without protection, reinforced concrete in marine environments can experience significant degradation within 5-10 years, leading to structural compromise and costly repairs.

The fundamental challenge lies in developing concrete formulations that maintain structural integrity while providing long-term resistance to chloride penetration, without compromising workability or increasing construction complexity.

This page brings together solutions from recent research—including hydrophobic polymer-based additives, specialized curing techniques with controlled humidity conditions, multilayer composite systems, and novel combinations of supplementary cementitious materials. These and other approaches focus on practical implementation strategies that can be readily adopted in marine construction while meeting durability requirements.

1. Concrete Additive with Silicone-Based Polymer for Hydrophobic Aggregate Coating and Hydrophilic Dispersion Sites

INNER MONGOLIA ROAD & BRIDGE ENG DETECTION CO LTD, 2024

Corrosion-resistant concrete additive that enhances concrete's natural durability through a novel polymer-based compound. The additive, comprising a silicone-based polymer, forms a hydrophobic surface layer that preferentially adheres to aggregate surfaces, while its polyether segments create hydrophilic modification sites for dispersion. This additive effectively disperses corrosion agents during mixing, forming a protective hydration gel network that shields aggregates from chloride penetration. The additive's directional enrichment on aggregate surfaces enables controlled formation of this protective hydration layer, reducing cracking and improving corrosion resistance compared to conventional hydration promoters.

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2. Method for Producing Reinforced Concrete Structures with Specialized Mixing, Curing, and Coating Techniques for Chloride Corrosion Resistance

JINHUA VOCATIONAL AND TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY, 2024

A method for creating corrosion-resistant reinforced concrete structures that significantly improves durability in marine environments. The process involves preparing reinforced concrete prefabricated parts through a specialized mixing and curing process that incorporates specialized cement and aggregate. The concrete is mixed with a proprietary blend of cement, aggregates, and additives that enhance its durability and resistance to chloride-induced corrosion. The prefabricated parts are then cured in controlled environments with precise temperature and humidity conditions to prevent water evaporation and ensure hydration. The cured parts are then assembled into complete structures, with the addition of specialized coatings to prevent corrosion at the steel bar ends. The entire process is performed in a controlled environment with precise temperature and humidity conditions to optimize the concrete's hydration and durability.

3. Salt Corrosion Resistant Admixture with Specific Component Proportions for Marine Concrete

RIZHAO HAIGONGYAN NEW MATERIALS CO LTD, 2024

A salt corrosion resistant admixture for marine engineering concrete that prevents chloride-induced concrete degradation through a novel combination of corrosion-resistant and impermeable components. The admixture comprises 40% corrosion-resistant agent, 20% impermeable agent, 60% mineral powder, 0.5% filler, 1% corrosion-resistant additive, and 0.3% water-reducing agent. The composition is prepared by blending these materials in specific proportions to create a stable and effective admixture for marine concrete applications.

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4. Concrete Anti-Corrosion System with Cementitious Base and Vinyl Acrylic Coating

GUIZHOU NORMAL UNIVERSITY, 2024

An anti-corrosion system for concrete comprising a base material and a protective coating. The base material contains cement, limestone, sand, cellulose, water-reducing agent, and silicate preservative. The protective coating comprises vinyl acrylic emulsion, titanium dioxide, bentonite, silica, sodium silicate, waterproofing agent, and reinforcement materials. The system provides enhanced corrosion protection by combining a modified base material with a specially formulated protective coating that can penetrate and fill capillary channels in the concrete.

5. Concrete Anti-Corrosion Inhibitor Comprising Modified Gypsum, Triisopropanolamine, and Dispersant with Ball Milling Preparation

WUHAN HAOSHENG SPECIAL BUILDING MAT CO LTD, 2023

An anti-corrosion and rust inhibitor for concrete that enhances its durability in harsh marine environments. The inhibitor combines modified gypsum (87-95%), triisopropanolamine (3-8%), and dispersant (2-5%), with grinding conditions optimized for ball milling. This formulation addresses the critical issue of concrete corrosion by improving its compactness and preventing water quality intrusion, while maintaining the natural properties of the gypsum. The inhibitor achieves enhanced performance compared to conventional formulations by reducing chloride ion permeability, decreasing sulfate corrosion coefficients, and increasing compressive strength.

6. Marine Corrosion-Resistant Concrete with Supplementary Cementitious Materials and High-Activity Expansion Agent

CCCC THIRD HARBOR ENGINEERING CO LTD, 2023

A marine corrosion-resistant concrete that provides enhanced durability in harsh marine environments. The concrete combines Portland cement with supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs) like S95-grade slag powder and high-belite sulphoaluminate cement, along with supplementary aggregates like 5-10mm and 10-20mm coarse aggregates. The concrete formulation incorporates a high-activity expansion agent, sodium silicate-based organic silicon hydrophobic powder, and a specialized water-reducing agent. This composition enables improved chloride ion resistance and enhanced durability in marine environments, particularly in bridge structures and coastal wharfs where seawater exposure is a significant concern.

7. Multilayer Composite Concrete Additive with Chitosan and Sodium Alginate for Corrosion Resistance

NANJING TENGHENG NEW MATERIAL CO LTD, Nanjing Tengheng New Material Co., Ltd., 2023

Anticorrosion concrete additive for seawater environments that provides long-term protection against corrosion and carbonation through a multilayer composite system. The additive comprises a combination of chitosan and sodium alginate, electrostatically assembled in a specific ratio to form a multilayer structure. This composite is then incorporated into concrete mixtures to provide comprehensive corrosion protection against marine environments. The additive's unique composition enables sustained protection against corrosion and carbonation while maintaining structural integrity.

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8. Concrete Composition with Calcium Aluminate, Amino Compounds, and Vermiculite Powder Featuring Controlled Expansion Mechanism

Kosen Co., Ltd., HBTECHNOLOGY CO LTD, 에이치비티, 2023

A concrete composition for marine structures that enhances salt damage resistance, rust prevention, crack resistance, and workability. The composition comprises cement, aggregates, calcium aluminate, amino compounds, phosphoric acid, nitrites, and water-soluble thickeners. The cement is treated with aluminum salts to improve radiation shielding, while propylene glycol enhances moisture retention. The composition also incorporates vermiculite powder with a controlled expansion mechanism, and magnesium hydroxide to prevent thermal degradation of the antifouling agent urushiol. The composition provides superior performance in marine environments compared to conventional cement-based materials.

9. Concrete Additive with Multilayer Composite System for Corrosion Resistance in Seawater Environments

NANJING TENGHENG NEW MATERIAL CO LTD, 2022

A long-acting concrete additive for seawater environments that provides enhanced corrosion protection through a multilayer composite system. The additive comprises a polycarboxylate superplasticizer, multilayer composite rust inhibitor, clinoptilolite, aluminum silicate, benzotriazole, silane coupling agent, steel fiber, and wool fiber. The multilayer composite is created through a process involving vacuum-pressing carbon nanotubes loaded with sodium gluconate, followed by a series of washes and drying steps. The resulting composite is then incorporated into a concrete mixture to provide sustained corrosion protection against seawater environments.

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10. Cement Mortar with Tricobalt Tetroxide and Magnesium Stearate Composite Coating

JIANGXI JINYE IND CO LTD, 2022

A corrosion-resistant cement mortar with improved durability through the combination of a modified tricobalt tetroxide and a magnesium stearate emulsion. The modified tricobalt tetroxide reacts with 2-mercapto-1-methylimidazole to produce a hydrophobic coating on the cement surface, while the magnesium stearate emulsion enhances the emulsion's water-repellent properties. The resulting composite coating significantly improves the mortar's hydrophobicity and water resistance, while maintaining its durability and bonding performance.

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11. Concrete Composition with Aluminum Tripolyphosphate and Glass Fibers Incorporating Controlled Mixing Sequence

Zhejiang Galaxy Concrete Co., Ltd., 2022

Anti-corrosion concrete with enhanced durability and environmental performance. The concrete composition comprises river sand, aluminum tripolyphosphate, calcium lignosulfonate, glass fibers, fly ash, Portland cement, water, nitrite, brucite powder, hexanediol solution, butyl methacrylate, and coarse aggregate. The concrete formulation incorporates a specific ratio of these components to achieve improved corrosion resistance and reduced dust generation. The production process involves a controlled mixing and blending sequence, with specific mechanical mixing and stirring operations, followed by a precise control of water content and chemical additives. The resulting concrete exhibits enhanced durability and environmental performance compared to conventional concrete formulations.

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12. Corrosion-Resistant Mortar with Polycarboxylic Acid and Unsaturated Phosphate Ester Water-Reducing Agents

GUANGDONG FUTE NEW MATERIALS TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, 2022

A corrosion-resistant mortar combining a polycarboxylic acid water-reducing agent with a synergistic corrosion inhibitor and a water-reducing agent. The mortar comprises cement, sand, high alumina cement, sulphur-aluminum cement, slag powder, fly ash, dispersible polymer, water-reducing agent, amide compound, fiber, retarder, defoamer, and lithium carbonate. The water-reducing agent is an unsaturated phosphate ester containing a carboxyl group. The amide compound has a sustained release mechanism due to its long carbon chain. The combination provides enhanced corrosion resistance and adaptability to complex environments.

13. Application Method for Cement-Based Coating with Retarders and Anti-Corrosion Agents on Cast-in-Place Concrete

CCCC FOURTH HARBOR ENG INST CO, 2022

A method for enhancing the durability of cast-in-place concrete structures in marine environments through the application of a specialized cement-based coating. The coating, comprising a combination of cementitious materials, retarders, and anti-corrosion agents, provides enhanced protection against chloride-induced corrosion by forming a protective barrier on the concrete surface. This coating is applied during the concrete pour process, where it forms a stable, chloride-resistant layer that prevents early corrosion of steel reinforcement. The coating achieves superior protection compared to conventional concrete formulations, particularly in high-stress marine environments where chloride-induced corrosion is a significant concern.

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14. Concrete Additive Comprising Early Strength, Expansion Agents, and Corrosion Inhibitor with Defined Physical Property Metrics

STATE GRID JIANGSU PROVINCE ELECTRIC POWER LTD CO, 2022

Reinforced concrete additive for corrosion protection, comprising a combination of early strength agents, expansion agents, and a corrosion inhibitor. The additive is prepared by mixing the agents to achieve desired compressive strength, shrinkage rate, coagulation shrinkage rate, nitrogen ion permeability coefficient, and sulfate resistance grade. This additive provides enhanced concrete durability in saline-alkali environments through its comprehensive corrosion protection properties.

15. Concrete Composition with Rust Inhibitor Forming Stable Oxide Passivation Film on Steel Surfaces

GUANGZHOU TAIHE CONCRETE CO LTD, Guangzhou Taihe Concrete Co., Ltd., 2022

Anti-corrosion concrete with enhanced durability and safety through the incorporation of a specific rust inhibitor that forms a stable oxide passivation film on steel surfaces. This film prevents corrosion by creating an alkaline environment within the concrete pores, while the inhibitor generates calcium hydroxide in the cement hydration process. The resulting composite material exhibits improved resistance to sulfate and chloride environments, with enhanced compressive strength and reduced cracking compared to conventional anti-corrosion concrete formulations.

16. Concrete Matrix with Uniformly Distributed Non-Steel Fiber Reinforcement for Enhanced Durability and Ductility

NINGBO ZHENHAI JINGLIAN CONCRETE CO LTD, 2021

A fiber-reinforced concrete that combines the benefits of conventional concrete with enhanced durability and corrosion protection. The fiber material replaces conventional steel fibers, transforming the conventional brittle failure of corrosion-resistant concrete into ductile failure. The fiber-reinforced concrete exhibits improved resistance to corrosion, reduced cracking, and enhanced durability compared to conventional concrete. The fiber material is integrated into the concrete matrix through a controlled fiber reinforcement process, ensuring uniform fiber distribution and optimized fiber-matrix interaction.

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17. Concrete Composition with Cement, Slag, Fly Ash, and Sand for Enhanced Chloride Ion Diffusion Resistance

QINGDAO XINGYE COMMERCIAL CONCRETE CO LTD, Qingdao Xingye Concrete Co., Ltd., 2021

Concrete with enhanced corrosion and rust resistance properties developed for coastal construction applications. The concrete combines cement, slag, fly ash, and sand with specific proportions to create a durable, chloride-resistant concrete. The formulation balances cement content with slag and fly ash to achieve improved resistance to sulfate attack, while maintaining sufficient workability. The concrete's unique composition enables enhanced chloride ion diffusion resistance, making it suitable for coastal structures where seawater exposure is a significant concern.

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18. Alkoxylated Imidazoline Derivative with Long-Chain Alkyl Group and Alkoxy Segment for Reinforced Concrete

SHENYANG UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY, 2021

High-efficiency alkoxylated imidazoline derivative rust inhibitor for reinforced concrete, comprising a long-chain alkyl group, an imidazoline ring, and an alkoxy chain segment. The compound provides dual protection against chloride-induced steel corrosion by forming a stable passive film on the steel surface, while also dispersing in the concrete matrix without precipitation. The compound exhibits excellent compatibility with cement hydration processes and is environmentally friendly, with enhanced thermal stability and non-volatility.

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19. Concrete Anti-Corrosion Agent Comprising Polycarboxylic Acid, Hyperbranched Polyamide Ester, and Nano-Silica Components

GUILIN XINNAN TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, 2020

Concrete anti-corrosion agent with enhanced durability through a synergistic blend of polycarboxylic acid, hyperbranched polyamide ester, and nano-silica components. The formulation provides superior corrosion protection against steel bars, carbonation, freeze-thaw damage, alkali aggregate reaction, and sulphate attack, while maintaining the matrix's inherent strength and workability. The composition balances the agent's performance with the requirements of concrete structures, offering a comprehensive solution for corrosion protection and durability enhancement in reinforced concrete applications.

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20. Concrete Corrosion Medium Transmission Inhibitor with Unique Structural Formula for Reinforced Concrete Structures

SUBOTE NEW MATERIALS CO LTD, 2020

Concrete corrosion medium transmission inhibitor for reinforced concrete structures, particularly effective in harsh environments. The inhibitor targets the transmission of corrosive media through concrete while preventing corrosion of cement hydration products. The compound's unique structural formula enables effective inhibition of corrosive media transmission while maintaining cement hydration performance.

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21. Marine Mortar with Superabsorbent Resin and Additives for Corrosion and Crack Resistance

22. Composite Coating with Polymer-Modified Cement Paste and Network Structure for Concrete Surfaces

23. Composite Concrete Antiseptic with Synergistic Natural and Synthetic Components for Chloride and Sulfate Resistance

24. Concrete Composition with Coconut Palm Silk and Wood Oil for Enhanced Seawater Durability

25. Concrete Additive Comprising Multi-Component System with Cement, Reducing Agent, Retarder, Corrosion Inhibitor, Filler, and Water Treatment Agent

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