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Journal of Chinese Society for Corrosion and protection  2026, Vol. 46 Issue (3): 641-652    DOI: 10.11902/1005.4537.2025.235
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Adaptability Analysis and Prospects of Self-healing Coatings for Crude Oil Storage Tanks
CHENG Jie1, SHANG Yongbin1, ZHANG Fengxi1, LU Feng1, LIU Jianguo2()
1.Changqing Engineering Design Co. Ltd., Xi'an, 710018, China
2.College of Pipeline and Civil Engineering, China University of Petroleum (East China), Qingdao 266580, China
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CHENG Jie, SHANG Yongbin, ZHANG Fengxi, LU Feng, LIU Jianguo. Adaptability Analysis and Prospects of Self-healing Coatings for Crude Oil Storage Tanks. Journal of Chinese Society for Corrosion and protection, 2026, 46(3): 641-652.

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Abstract  

The internal environment of crude oil storage tanks remains complex and harsh over extended periods, leading to frequent failure of conventional protective coatings. As an innovative intelligent protective material, self-healing coatings demonstrate significant application potential for corrosion protection in crude oil storage tanks. This study examines key tank components—including the inner roof, bottom plate, tank wall, and heating coils, and systematically analyzes the performance requirements for coatings in each area, encompassing thermal stability, corrosion resistance, mechanical properties, as well as responsive performance. The paper provides an in-depth evaluation of the advantages, limitations, and applicability of self-healing coatings (both intrinsic and extrinsic) for crude oil storage tank applications. Findings indicate that pH- and ion dual-responsive microcontainers offer superior advantages due to their high self-healing efficiency, excellent corrosion resistance, good thermal stability, strong responsiveness, and cost-effectiveness. However, challenges regarding microcapsule dispersion and matrix compatibility require further optimization.

Key words:  crude oil storage tank      self-healing coating      adaptability     
Received:  25 July 2025      32134.14.1005.4537.2025.235
ZTFLH:  TG172  
Fund: Opening Fund of National Engineering Laboratory for Exploration and Development of Low-permeability Oil & Gas Fields(KFKT2024-24)
Corresponding Authors:  LIU Jianguo, E-mail: liujianguo@upc.edu.cn

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https://www.jcscp.org/EN/10.11902/1005.4537.2025.235     OR     https://www.jcscp.org/EN/Y2026/V46/I3/641

Fig.1  Schematic diagram of DA reaction principle
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