INDIA, Dec. 5 -- Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati have developed a corrosion-resistant epoxy coating designed to protect steel structures exposed to seawater and high-salinity conditions.

The findings, co-authored by Prof. Chandan Das from the Department of Chemical Engineering and his research scholar Dr. Anil Kumar, were published in the journal Advanced Engineering Materials.

Corrosion is a natural process that gradually weakens metal surfaces and reduces the lifespan of critical structures. It poses a particular risk to offshore platforms, coastal bridges, port infrastructure, and marine pipelines.

Historically, corrosion has contributed to industrial disasters, including the 1984 Bhopal gas tragedy ...