摘要 |
<p>The present invention relates to methods and apparatuses for detecting and monitoring corrosion using nanostructures. One embodiment of the invention provides a method for detecting corrosion with a nanostructure in a corrosive atmosphere. The method includes providing at least one nanostructure comprising at least one reactive material, and exposing a portion of the at least one reactive material to a corrosive atmosphere. The method also includes detecting a reaction with the at least one reactive material, and based at least in part on the reaction, determining an amount of corrosion associated with the at least one reactive material.</p> |