Impedance Techniques and Electrochemical Corrosion Kinetics provides a thorough and foundational overview of electrochemical impedance spectroscopy, highlighting the interpretation of impedance data through electrochemical reaction models. Starting with essential mathematical concepts and electrical circuits, the book features a solid foundation for understanding impedance in electrochemical systems. The following chapters cover key topics such as thermodynamics, corrosion processes, and both steady-state and transient electrochemical systems. It discusses strategies for accurately measuring impedance and interpreting results using kinetic models instead of relying solely on electrical circuit analogies. It also explores applications such as studying organic coatings and mass transport phenomena. By focusing on core principles and practical uses, this is a valuable resource for students, researchers, and corrosion scientists seeking a deeper understanding of electrochemical impedance spectroscopy and its relevance in corrosion science.
Table of Contents
1. Notions of complex numbers2. Notions of Electrical Circuits
3. Chemical Systems
4. Electrochemical systems: stationary approach
5. Electrochemical systems: Transient approach
6. Electrochemical Impedance
7. Impedance used in the study and characterization of organic coatings
8. Study of electrochemical processes involving mass transport
