EQUINOX 2024

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Name of School, Name of Department, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Dubai,

Introduction Materials and Methods Discussion

Self-healing materials represent a cutting-edge Materials and Methods The results indicate that self-healing materials significantly enhance the
1. Materials: durability of infrastructure. Polymer-based coatings and fibre-
innovation in construction and infrastructure, reinforced composites showed the highest healing efficiency due to
o Self-Healing Concrete: Embedded microcapsules with calcium lactate that activate upon contact with water.
designed to automatically repair damage such as their advanced chemical compositions. Concrete and asphalt, while
o Self-Healing Asphalt: Polymers and fibers with thermally responsive healing agents. effective, were slightly less responsive to self-healing, particularly under
cracks and wear, thus extending the lifespan of
o Polymer-Based Self-Healing Coatings: Paints with microcapsules that release adhesives when scratched. extreme environmental conditions like heavy traffic and freezing
structures. These materials mimic biological systems temperatures. However, even with slightly lower healing rates, these
o Fiber-Reinforced Composites: Nanomaterials with built-in healing agents that respond to mechanical stress.
and respond to external stimuli, such as heat or Figure 1. Label in 24pt Calibri. materials dramatically reduce long-term repair needs.
2. Methods:
moisture, to restore their integrity. With the growing o Experimental Testing: Samples of each material were subjected to controlled damage, simulating real-world stresses like cracking and environmental exposure.
Cost Savings: Self-healing materials, although initially more expensive,
demand for sustainable solutions in construction, result in substantial long-term cost savings. For instance, self-healing
o Effectiveness Measurement: The materials were tested for their ability to heal themselves over varying timeframes, under different conditions (heat, moisture, concrete reduces the need for frequent repairs in bridges and
self-healing materials have become increasingly etc.), and the extent of damage repaired was quantified. highways, which saves both labor and material costs.
relevant for enhancing the durability and safety of o Cost Analysis: A comparison between traditional materials and self-healing materials was made to assess long-term economic benefits. Environmental Impact: The reduction in resource consumption due to
roads, bridges, buildings, and other infrastructure. o Sustainability Assessment: Lifecycle analysis was conducted to evaluate the environmental benefits of reduced maintenance, replacement, and resource fewer repairs and replacements, coupled with a lower carbon footprint,
consumption. positions these materials as crucial for sustainable construction
practices.

Future Directions Results Conclusions

Future Directions Results Self-healing materials offer promising solutions
1. Advanced Healing Mechanisms: Future research should The bar chart above shows the effectiveness of different types of self-healing materials in terms of their ability to repair for enhancing the lifespan and sustainability of
focus on developing materials that heal faster and are
themselves after damage: buildings and infrastructure. Their ability to
capable of repairing larger-scale damage.
 Self-Healing Concrete was 85% effective in restoring small cracks. automatically repair damage reduces
2. Nanotechnology Integration: Further integration of
nanotechnology could improve the precision and speed of  Self-Healing Asphalt performed with 75% effectiveness, especially in warm climates. maintenance costs, increases safety, and
healing at the microscopic level.  Polymers, used in coatings and paints, showed the highest effectiveness at 90%, thanks to their dynamic bond structures. contributes to environmental conservation by
3. Scaling for Mass Adoption: Efforts should be made to  Coatings applied to metal structures achieved 80% effectiveness, useful for preventing rust and degradation. minimizing resource use. Though there are
reduce production costs and increase the availability of
self-healing materials for widespread use in both  Fiber-Reinforced Composites demonstrated 88% effectiveness, excelling in high-stress environments like bridges and initial costs associated with their
residential and industrial projects. skyscrapers. implementation, the long-term benefits
4. Environmental Adaptation: Enhancing the materials’ outweigh these expenses, particularly in high-
resilience to extreme weather conditions will be key to
their success in diverse global climates.
PLEASE TRY TO INCLUDE MORE FIGURES, CHARTS, TABLES etc. FOR YOUR impact structures like bridges and highways.

5. Smart Infrastructure: Integrating these materials into EQUINOX 2024 - POSTER

smart cities, where AI and IoT systems monitor and
manage infrastructure health in real-time, could provide a Table 1. Label in 24pt Calibri. Chart 1. Label in 24pt Calibri.
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Objective
Item 356 856 290  To analyze the effectiveness of different self-healing materials in
construction and infrastructure.
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 To investigatv e the potential for cost reduction and sustainability
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 To assess the durability and resilience of self-healing materials when
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 To explore the future applications of self-healing materials in large-
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