Gemini quaternary ammonium salt as corrosion inhibitor for N80 steel in CO2 environment: Experimental and computational studies

Key Points

• N80 steel demonstrates improved corrosion resistance with the quaternary ammonium salt in CO2 conditions,
• it exhibits up to 85% corrosion inhibition efficacy at optimal concentrations.
• Experimental and computational methods utilized to analyze the quaternary ammonium salt's effectiveness.
• These findings may enhance protective strategies in CO2 environments, with implications for the oil and gas industry.