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By: Heena Tajoddin Shaikh and Kazi Kutubuddin Sayyad Liyakat
1 Asst. Professor, Department of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering,
Brahmdevdada Mane Institute of Technology, Solapur, Maharashtra, India
2 Professor and Head, Department of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering,
Brahmdevdada Mane Institute of Technology, Solapur, Maharashtra, India
Abstract: Imagine a world where the materials around us, from the wings of an airplane to the
casing of your smartphone, could repair themselves after damage. No more discarding cracked
devices, no more costly structural repairs, just a material that intelligently mends its own
wounds. This vision, once confined to science fiction, is rapidly becoming a reality, thanks to
groundbreaking advancements in the self-healing polymer nanocomposite materials. And at the
heart of one of the most exciting new developments lies a familiar principle of physics: the Joule
effect. For decades, materials scientists have sought to mimic the remarkable regenerative
capabilities of living organisms. Cracks and micro-fractures are the silent killers of material
lifespan, leading to degradation, operational failure, and immense waste. Self-healing polymers
offer a revolutionary solution, extending the service life of products, dipping upkeep costs, and
lessening environmental impact. These smart materials are intended to independently or semi-
independently repair damage, restoring their mechanical properties to nearly their original state.
While passive self-healing mechanisms exist, the frontier is moving towards active, on-demand
healing, and this is where the Joule effect shines.
Keywords: Composite Material, Joule effect, Self-healing, Intrinsic healing, extrinsic healing.
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