Concrete is prone to cracking, shrinkage, and drying, but a genus of bacteria has shown it can help beat its own weaknesses.

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Until now, self-healing materials have largely depended on external stimuli—such as heat, light irradiation, or solvent ...

What if there were a fabric that, like Superman, could take a bullet and self-heal? Such a super-dynamic, action-powered polymer might actually help protect real-life flyers in space. Material ...

Scientists have developed a method to help perovskite solar cells to self-heal. This novel "self-healing" mechanism is a potential step toward increasing the reliability and efficiency of this solar ...

The advent of self-healing metals marks a significant leap forward in the materials science arena. Exhibiting the remarkable ability to autonomously mend cracks and damage, these metals promise a ...

Concrete is a cornerstone of modern construction, but its inherent flaws pose significant challenges for construction companies—and environmentalists alike. Now, though, engineers have developed a new ...

What are Self-Healing Materials? Self-healing materials are a class of advanced materials that have the ability to autonomously repair damage and restore their original properties without external ...