New Tech Solves Longstanding Challenges for Self-Healing Materials (IMAGE)

North Carolina State University

New Tech Solves Longstanding Challenges for Self-Healing Materials

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The image shows 3D printed thermoplastic on woven-carbon fiber reinforcement. The structure is a new, self-healing composite that allows structures to repair themselves in place, without having to be removed from service. This technology resolves two longstanding challenges for self-healing materials, and can significantly extend the lifespan of structural components such as wind-turbine blades and aircraft wings.

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Jason Patrick, NC State University

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