100 years of stainless steel: A review of structural applications and the development of design rules

TLDR: Corrosion is a naturally occurring phenomenon commonly defined as the deterioration of a material (usually a metal) due to a chemical reaction with its environment as discussed by the authors, and it can cause extensive damage and risk to public safety, corrosion disrupts operations and necessitates repair and replacement of failed assets.

Abstract: Corrosion is a naturally occurring phenomenon commonly defined as the deterioration of a material (usually a metal) due to a chemical reaction with its environment. The economic and environmental impact of corrosion on the world's infrastructure is enormous, affecting roads, bridges, buildings, oil and gas distribution, chemical processing, and water and wastewater systems. As well as causing extensive damage and risk to public safety, corrosion disrupts operations and necessitates repair and replacement of failed assets.