Researchers Develop Self-Healing Concrete for Longer Lasting Infrastructure

Researchers have developed a self-healing concrete that could significantly extend the lifespan of infrastructure. This innovative building material contains bacteria that are activated when cracks appear in the concrete. These bacteria produce limestone, which fills in the cracks and restores the material’s structural integrity. The self-healing concrete has shown promising results in laboratory tests and is now being tested in real-world applications. If successful, this technology could revolutionize the construction industry by reducing maintenance costs and increasing the durability of buildings and bridges.