##  [Fastener Corrosion](/index.php/fastener-corrosion) 

  ##  [Fastener Corrosion](https://engineering.quantumdictionary.io/fastener-corrosion-0) 

  

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Definition

Electrochemical or chemical degradation of metal fasteners, anchors and their threads or cross‑section that reduces their load‑carrying capacity, stiffness or anchorage performance over time, caused by environmental exposure, material incompatibility, moisture, salts or aggressive chemicals.