SMRTR Science & EngineeringOct 1, 2025Interesting Engineering

Flax-made smart sensor fabric lets asphalt roads self-report damage without drilling

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Scientists created a smart fabric with conductive wires that embeds in asphalt to monitor road damage. Vehicle traffic changes the fabric's electrical resistance, enabling AI to predict maintenance needs in real-time.

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