Numerical strategies for corrosion management: Spatial statistics and finite element simulation

The techniques presented in this thesis are focused to improve corrosion management by providing a better insight into the nature of corrosion. Spatial statistics and finite element simulations are applied to different corrosion patterns to study possible interaction among pits. In order to achieve reliable results different spatial techniques...

Modeling of combined physical-mechanical moisture induced damage in asphaltic mixes

Moisture induced damage in asphaltic mixes is recognized as a major issue, resulting to the need for frequent maintenance operations. This does not only imply high maintenance costs, but also temporary closure of traffic and hence increased road congestion. Given the high costs for the road authorities and the inconvenience for the road users,...

Three dimensional rigorous model for optical scattering problems

We present a three-dimensional model based on the finite element method for solving the time-harmonic Maxwell equation in optics. It applies to isotropic or anisotropic dielectrics and metals, and to many configurations such as an isolated scatterer in a multilayer, bi-gratings and crystals. We shall discuss the applications of the model to high...