Engineers have designed the self-repairing aircraft
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The self-repairing technique is based on a simple principal: the aircraft has a vascular network, somehow similar to the circulatory systems of human beeings, so when a bruise of crack in the body of the airplane appears, the resin compose inside the artificial vessels will bleed out, repairing the crack.
This technology could repair a crack even during flight, but is not meant to replace conventional controls and repairs. In fact, by mixing the resin with dye, those cracks are easier to see during a ground inspection, and if necessary further repairing measures will be taken.
The new technology will also result in lighter airplanes, which means fuel savings, reduced carbon emissions and lower costs for airlines and passengers. The self-repairing planes will be available for commercial use in about 4 years.
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