Cathodic Delamination Accelerated Life Test Method
Abstract
A method for conducting an accelerated life test of a polymer coated metallic sample includes placing the sample below the water surface in a test tank containing water and an oxygen containing gas. Cathodic polarization of the metallic portion of the sample is increased. This can be by using a voltage source or a sacrificial anode. Dissolved oxygen in the test tank water is also increased. Dissolved oxygen can be increased by providing oxygen under pressure to the tank or through an aerator under the water surface. Temperature can also be regulated to accelerate the test speed. Delamination of the sample is periodically tested through a peel test or by other means. The invention also provides a reaction model independent method for calculating activation energy.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 30, 2007
- Accession Number
- ADD020304
Entities
People
- Thomas S. Ramotowski
Organizations
- Naval Undersea Warfare Center