New self-healing material can repair itself over 1,000 times, extend the lifespan of cars and aircraft
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Engineers created a revolutionary composite material that self-repairs over 1,000 times using embedded heaters that melt a special interlayer to seal cracks. The material is significantly stronger than current aircraft and automotive composites, potentially extending component lifespans from decades to centuries while reducing replacement costs and industrial waste.
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