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Ensuring Safety and Longevity: Cathodic Protection for Gas Pipelines Gas pipelines are a critical component of the energy infrastructure, transporting natural gas across vast distances to power homes, industries, and businesses. However, these pipelines are susceptible to corrosion, which can compromise their integrity and lead to catastrophic failures. Cathodic protection (CP) is a vital technique employed to mitigate corrosion and ensure the longevity and safety of gas pipelines. This article explores the principles of cathodic protection, its application in gas pipelines , and the importance of professional training in this field. Understanding Cathodic Protection Cathodic protection is a method used to control the corrosion of a metal surface by making it the cathode of an electrochemical cell. There are two main types of cathodic protection systems: galvanic (sacrificial anode) and impressed current. Galvanic Cathodic Protection (GCP) : This method involves attaching sacrificial ...

Understanding Cathodic Protection Cathodic protection is a crucial technique used to combat the detrimental effects of corrosion on ships. This method involves the use of electrochemical processes to protect metal surfaces from rusting, a common issue in the maritime industry. Corrosion occurs when metal surfaces are exposed to seawater, which acts as an electrolyte, facilitating the oxidation process that leads to rust. This not only compromises the structural integrity of the ship but also poses safety risks to the crew and cargo. There are two primary types of cathodic protection : sacrificial anode and impressed current. Sacrificial anode systems use metals like zinc, aluminium, or magnesium, which are more anodic than the ship’s hull. These metals corrode instead of the hull, thereby "sacrificing" themselves. On the other hand, impressed current cathodic protection (ICCP) involves applying an external current to counteract the electrochemical reactions that cause corrosi...