Towards a solute-engineering strategy for achieving excellent corrosion resistance in weathering steel

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• Excellent corrosion resistance is achieved through a solute-engineering strategy, improving weathering steel's performance.
• Corrosion tests show a significant reduction in corrosion rates when solute engineering is applied, enhancing material lifespan.
• Analysis involves detailed microstructural examination and mechanical property assessments to establish the improvement mechanisms.
• This work highlights the importance of solute engineering in developing more durable materials for construction applications.