ArticleAdvanced science (Weinheim, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany)2024
Practical Applications of Self-Healing Polymers Beyond Mechanical and Electrical Recovery.
Article in Advanced science (Weinheim, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany), 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 18 papers.
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- Molecular Design in Dynamic (Meth)acrylic Cross-linkers for Tough, Self-healing, and Recyclable Elastomer.Macromolecules · 2025Article
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- A Comprehensive Review of Stimuli-Responsive Smart Polymer Materials-Recent Advances and Future Perspectives.Materials (Basel, Switzerland) · 2024Review
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- Practical Applications of Self-Healing Polymers Beyond Mechanical and Electrical Recovery.Advanced science (Weinheim, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany) · 2024Article
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Abstract
Self-healing polymeric materials, which can repair physical damage, offer promising prospects for protective applications across various industries. Although prolonged durability and resource conservation are key advantages, focusing solely on mechanical recovery may limit the market potential of these materials. The unique physical properties of self-healing polymers, such as interfacial reduction, seamless connection lines, temperature/pressure responses, and phase transitions, enable a multitude of innovative applications. In this perspective, the diverse applications of self-healing polymers beyond their traditional mechanical strength are emphasized and their potential in various sectors such as food packaging, damage-reporting, radiation shielding, acoustic conservation, biomedical monitoring, and tissue regeneration is explored. With regards to the commercialization challenges, including scalability, robustness, and performance degradation under extreme conditions, strategies to overcome these limitations and promote successful industrialization are discussed. Furthermore, the potential impacts of self-healing materials on future research directions, encompassing environmental sustainability, advanced computational techniques, integration with emerging technologies, and tailoring materials for specific applications are examined. This perspective aims to inspire interdisciplinary approaches and foster the adoption of self-healing materials in various real-life settings, ultimately contributing to the development of next-generation materials.
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