On the other hand, the loss in steel cross-section due to
corrosion, and the consequent cover cracking, is related to
ULS (Ultimate Limit State) [20, 21], as it affects the struc-
tural safety due to the possible loss of steel/concrete bond
[10, 22], or the loss in load-bearing capacity. It also relates
to SLS (Service Limit State) by the generated cracks themselves and the possible increase in deflections. The final
consequence of cover cracking is the spalling of the concrete cover [23]. The rate at which the corrosion evolves is
then the key factor, which may depict the evolution pat-
tern of residual safety and serviceability.