ABSTRACT
Corrosion of metals is an electrochemical process that greatly affects the final application of the metals and as a result the cost of maintenance and repairs for industrial applications. Coating plays a vital role in the modification of metal surfaces and protection from corrosion. Understanding these aspects will allow for the use of appropriate control methods to reverse the kinetics of metal corrosion. The kinetics of metal corrosion is highly affected by the surface and substrate chemistries as well as some environmental impacts (e.g., solution concentration (pH), temperature, etc.). To prevent or at least reduce its spontaneous dynamics, researchers from all around the world are investigating solutions to deal with corrosion. As part of their typical mode of action, most inhibitor compounds normally function by producing a coating of passivation that prevents the entry of corrosive radicals to the metal surface. The environment to which the compound was applied, the fluid composition, the amount of water present, the type of metal used and the flow regime determine how effective the coating layer would be.
