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Microbiologically influenced corrosion: looking to the future.

Héctor A Videla¹, Liz K Herrera

¹Institute for Theoretical, Applied Physicochemical Research (INIFTA), National Technological University, La Plata, Buenos Aires, Argentina. hvidela@infovia.com.ar

International Microbiology : the Official Journal of the Spanish Society for Microbiology

|October 4, 2005

Summary

This review explores biocorrosion and biofouling, detailing microbial impacts on industrial metals. It covers monitoring, control strategies, and case studies, highlighting advanced techniques for future research.

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Area of Science:

Materials Science and Engineering
Microbiology
Corrosion Science

Background:

Biocorrosion and biofouling pose significant threats to industrial metals and alloys.
Understanding microbial interactions is crucial for mitigating metal degradation.

Purpose of the Study:

To review the current state-of-the-art in biocorrosion and biofouling research.
To describe key concepts, monitoring, and control strategies.
To present case studies and future research directions.

Main Methods:

Literature review of biocorrosion and biofouling.
Analysis of case studies involving aluminum alloys, steel, and marine environments.
Discussion of monitoring and electrochemical techniques.

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Main Results:

Microorganisms significantly impact metal decay through biocorrosion and biofouling.
Various strategies exist for monitoring and controlling these processes.
Electrochemical techniques have limitations in evaluating biocorrosion.

Conclusions:

Advanced microscopy and spectroscopic techniques offer promising avenues for future research.
Innovative methods are needed to fully understand and combat microbial-induced metal degradation.