Self-Healing Surfaces (IMAGE)

Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft

Self-Healing Surfaces

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The nano-capsules in the electroplated layer contain a fluid. If the layer is scratched, the layers burst, the fluid escapes and repairs the scratch.

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Fraunhofer IPA

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