Corrosion in COMSOL Multiphysics®

Intensive introduction to modeling galvanic corrosion, corrosion protection systems, and electrodeposition using COMSOL Multiphysics^®

This training course introduces the theory and assumptions behind the Electrochemistry interfaces in the Corrosion Module and Electrodeposition Module, both add-ons to the COMSOL Multiphysics^® simulation platform. During the 3-day online training course, you will learn how to describe and investigate corrosion, corrosion protection systems, and electrodeposition using high-fidelity models that include descriptions of electrode kinetics for multiple competing reactions, mixed potentials, balance of current and charge in the electrolyte and metallic structures, and chemical species transport.

The training course will provide the necessary background for making the optimal selection of model descriptions for specific purposes and conditions. We will cover how to model galvanic corrosion and impressed current cathodic protection (ICCP), which is used in subsurface and offshore constructions that are immersed in aqueous media. We will also show how simulations can be used to control the quality of the deposited product in electrodeposition. The examples we show will account for ohmic, activation potential, and mass transport effects on corrosion processes, corrosion protection, and electrodeposition in 2D and 3D geometries.

Schedule

Day 1

11 a.m.–1 p.m. EDT

• Introduction, theory, and capabilities
• Available material models and boundary conditions
• Primary, secondary, and tertiary current densities
• Mixed electrode potential and competing reactions
• What type of simulations can be handled
• Scale vs. complexity
• Tutorials

3–4 p.m.

Q&A Session

Day 2

11 a.m.–1 p.m. EDT

• Thin metal structures
• Thin electrolyte layers
• Applicable standards: How do I use them?
• Stationary simulations
• Time-dependent simulations
• Sacrificial anodes
• Coating breakdown
• Calcareous deposits and deposition on surfaces
• Fixed and deforming geometries
• Connected structures and lumped resistance
• Tutorials

3–4 p.m.

Q&A Session

Day 3

11 a.m.–1 p.m. EDT

• ICCP systems
• Internal corrosion in pipe systems
• Numerical methods (the finite element method and boundary element method)
• Solver considerations
• Large models
• Multiphysics couplings (level set, convection, heat transfer, and stress)
• Tutorials

3–4 p.m.

Q&A Session

Suggested Background

This training course assumes familiarity with the fundamentals of electrochemistry. We strongly recommend that those new to COMSOL Multiphysics^® take the Introduction to COMSOL Multiphysics^® training course prior to attending this class.

Pricing & Payment Methods

The price for this 3-day online training course is $995 per person.

We offer an academic discount to those who qualify. The academic rate for this course is $795.

We accept payment by credit card, company purchase order, check, wire, or direct deposit. For security purposes, please do not send credit card information via email.

This training course will be recorded, and the recording will be made available to all paid registrants.

Mail payments or purchase orders to:

COMSOL, Inc.
100 District Avenue
Burlington, MA 01803

Email purchase orders to: course@comsol.com