Abstract
This chapter aims to provide information about different aspects of self-healing concrete (SHC). Formation of cracks in concrete is a devastating phenomenon casting billions of dollars to the construction industry each year. SHC is a special type of concrete that possesses the self-capability to heal-up its cracks. In this chapter, different types of cracks that might occur in concrete are described. The need for self-healing to fill the cracks and to protect the structures is also mentioned. Different healing agents, useful for filling of concrete cracks are indicated. The mechanism of self-healing with different agents is presented with detailed illustrations. Nevertheless, SHC is still in research phase and sufficient work needs to be done. However, some of the construction projects involving the use of SHC are mentioned in the chapter.
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