Rapid and effective healing for surface-initiated deep cracks of mortar by electromagnetic-driven magnetic liquid metal strategy

Key Points

• Deep cracks in mortar heal effectively with a novel electromagnetic-driven liquid metal strategy.
• Healing of cracks occurs rapidly, demonstrating significant improvement in structural integrity.
• Analysis using magnetic fields demonstrates an innovative approach to surface-initiated crack repair.
• This method may enable enhanced durability in construction materials, but further testing is needed.