Coaxial Electrospinning of Self-Healing Coatings (original) (raw)

This research presents a novel approach to self-healing polymer coatings using coaxial electrospinning techniques. The study aims to encapsulate liquid healing agents within a core-shell structure, enhancing the functionality and reliability of polymer coatings. The coaxial electrospinning process overcomes challenges associated with traditional methods by utilizing physical forces to create microcapsules, which provide controllable sizes and effective healing mechanisms upon damage. Experimental results demonstrate the successful formation of self-healing coatings, which show promising potential for real-world applications in protecting substrates from environmental degradation.