Mechanisms and Applications of Self-Healing Materials: Towards Sustainable Structural Solutions

Volume: 11 | Issue: 01 | Year 2025 | Subscription
International Journal of Chemical Synthesis and Chemical Reactions
Received Date: 01/17/2025
Acceptance Date: 01/29/2025
Published On: 2025-01-31
First Page: 1
Last Page: 26

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By: Jibrin Muhammad Yelwa, Alhagie Drammeh Drammeh, Bashir M. Aliyu, Fatima B. Tanimu, Haruna Musa, Kalu Michael Kalu, Francis Iyeh, Mary Bernard Bernard, Saleh Danna, and Mamman A. Nibras.

Department of Scientific and Industrial Research, National Research Institute for Chemical Technology, Zaria, Nigeria.
Chemistry Unit, Division of Physical and Natural Sciences, School of Arts and Sciences, University of The Gambia. Pan African University Life and Earth Sciences Institute (Including Health and Agriculture), University of Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria
Department of Scientific and Industrial Research, National Research Institute or Chemical Technology, Zaria, Nigeria.
Department of Scientific and Industrial Research, National Research Institute for Chemical Technology, Zaria, Nigeria
Department of Chemistry, Bayero University Kano State, Nigeria
Department of Chemical Sciences, Gombe State University, Nigeria
Department of Scientific and Industrial Research, National Research Institute for Chemical Technology, Zaria, Nigeria
Yola Outstation, National Research Institute for Chemical Technology, Zaria, Nigeria
Kano Outstation, National Research Institute for Chemical Technology, Zaria, Nigeria
Department of Chemistry, Modibbo Adama University Yola, Nigeria

Abstract

Self-healing material is an innovative invention within material science, which possesses the ability for self-repair of damages with a view to prolong the life of various structure types. Bioinspired self-healing materials and their applications is reviewed in this study by underlining their examples and significance for infrastructure, aerospace, automotive, marine, and energy sectors. The main mechanisms are intrinsic and extrinsic self-healing processes, along with advanced fabrication techniques such as microencapsulation, 3D printing, and vascular networks integration. Though promising in potential, the challenges of scalability, durability, compatibility, and economic viability still exist. In this review, critical gaps in research have been indicated, and future trends are discussed with emphasis on the sustainable efficiency of the self-healing system. In trying to meet these challenges, self-healing materials have the potential to make significant contributions to the development of resilient and durable infrastructure, advancing the field toward practical and widespread applications.

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How to cite this article: Jibrin Muhammad Yelwa, Alhagie Drammeh Drammeh, Bashir M. Aliyu, Fatima B. Tanimu, Haruna Musa, Kalu Michael Kalu, Francis Iyeh, Mary Bernard Bernard, Saleh Danna, and Mamman A. Nibras Mechanisms and Applications of Self-Healing Materials: Towards Sustainable Structural Solutions. International Journal of Chemical Synthesis and Chemical Reactions. 2025; 11(01): 1-26p.

How to cite this URL: Jibrin Muhammad Yelwa, Alhagie Drammeh Drammeh, Bashir M. Aliyu, Fatima B. Tanimu, Haruna Musa, Kalu Michael Kalu, Francis Iyeh, Mary Bernard Bernard, Saleh Danna, and Mamman A. Nibras, Mechanisms and Applications of Self-Healing Materials: Towards Sustainable Structural Solutions. International Journal of Chemical Synthesis and Chemical Reactions. 2025; 11(01): 1-26p. Available from:https://journalspub.com/publication/ijcscr/article=14859

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