Metals Unveil Astonishing Self-Healing Abilities

Scientists have observed metals cracking and fusing back together without human intervention, challenging established scientific theories. This discovery could lead to a revolution in engineering, enabling the development of self-healing engines, bridges, and airplanes that can reverse damage caused by wear and tear, making them safer and more durable. The phenomenon was witnessed at the nanoscale level and could have significant economic implications, as failures due to fatigue damage cost billions of dollars annually. While self-healing materials have been created before, the idea of self-healing metals was largely considered science fiction until now. Further research is needed to determine the practical applications and generalizability of this discovery.