Self-healing composite could allow machines to last for centuries

Self-healing composite could allow machines to last for centuries

Traditional carbon fiber (pictured) is strong and lightweight, but can be difficult to repair once damaged

Imagine trying to design machines that will last forever, regardless of use or destination. Instead of those machines requiring a steady stream of spare parts (essentially impossible for space probes or exoplanetary landers to haul or acquire), they’ll be able to heal their super-durable “flesh” more than a thousand times. Sound too good to be true?

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Category: Materials, Technology

Tags: North Carolina State University, Carbon Fiber, Self-healing