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Abstract

A system and method for protecting metal and concrete structures from bacteria-induced corrosion, wherein the method includes creating a viscoelastic, self-healing wrapping material configured to encapsulate a metal structure or a concrete structure by combining a thermoplastic blend, at least one filler, at least one paraffinic oil, and at least one biocide formulated to be effective against aerobic and anaerobic bacteria, wherein the anaerobic bacteria includes sulfate-reducing bacteria; wrapping an exterior surface of a metal structure or a concrete structure with the viscoelastic, self-healing wrapping material; and placing the wrapped metal structure or concrete structure in an operational environment, wherein the viscoelastic, self-healing wrapping material is operative to prevent or greatly reduce corrosion of the metal structure or concrete structure caused by aerobic and anaerobic bacteria occurring or located in the operational environment.

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