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Russel O. Afrifa

Publications (2)

Bond Characteristics of Coated Reinforcing Steel Bars with Reference to Deformation of Concrete Beams

Vincent K. Akortia, Charles K. Kankam, Evans Biney, Edward C. Mansal, Russel O. Afrifa, Jack O. Banahene & Joseph Nyumutsu · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2025

A major cause of reinforced concrete deterioration especially in coastal and moist prone areas is corrosion. It has become a threat to reinforced concrete structural integrity throughout the service life of the structural member, and it calls for endless remedial activities with...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2025/v27i81615

Assessment of Oil Paints for Corrosion Protection of Reinforcing Steel Bars in Concrete

Vincent K. Akortia, Charles K. Kankam, Evans Biney, Perseverance Dzikunu, Russel O. Afrifa & Jack O. Banahene · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2024

Corrosion becomes a threat to reinforced concrete structural integrity during the service life of the structural member. This situation has become a global concern because of the economic and safety implications. Hence, many corrosion inhibition techniques including coating with...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jsrr/2024/v30i112598