Abstract (English):
The monograph is devoted to the prediction of the longevity of reinforced concrete structures, the destruction of which is associated with corrosion of steel reinforcement caused by chloride aggression or concrete carbonation. On the basis of a comprehensive analysis of models for calculating the service life of structures and experimental data, preference is given to the mathematical model Dura Crete. Life cycles for the main degradation processes in concrete and reinforcement, periods of initiation and propagation of corrosion are considered. Particular attention is paid to the influence of environmental factors and the quality of concrete on the kinetics of chloride penetration and movement of the carbonization front. Formulated limit state design reinforced concrete durability in chloride attacks and carbonation. The basic provisions of the method of calculating the durability of reinforced concrete structures, based on the use of the reliability coefficient for the service life. The practical assessment of service life of reinforced concrete elements taking into account stochastic processes in concrete and reinforcement is made. Verification of the model reliability is performed. For all those interested in the issues of building materials and processes occurring in them.