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Polyfibroblast Phase 4: A Self-Healing and Galvanic Protection Additive
Author(s) -
Jason J. Benkoski
Publication year - 2014
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Reports
DOI - 10.21236/ada614276
Subject(s) - galvanic cell , phase (matter) , self healing , chemistry , materials science , medicine , metallurgy , alternative medicine , organic chemistry , pathology
: The goal of this project is to develop a primer additive that mimics the self-healing ability of skin by forming a polymer scar across scratches. Designed to work with existing military grade primers, Polyfibroblast consists of microscopic, hollow zinc tubes filled with a moisture-cured polyurethane-urea (MCPU). When scratched, the foaming action of a propellant ejects the resin from the broken tubes and completely fills the crack. No catalysts or curing agents are needed since the polymerization is driven by ambient humidity.

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