Shao-Bo Kang

Oct 26, 2024 | mdpi.com | Cheng Xu |Shao-Bo Kang |Hui-Qiang Yan

1. IntroductionAs a crucial supporting structure for transmission lines, the structural health of transmission towers is directly connected to the safe operation of the lines. However, due to environmental factors, components of transmission towers often are exposed to severe corrosion issues in service, which reduces their load capacity and service life. In extreme environmental conditions, the corrosion of steel components may even lead to the complete collapse of structures.