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@article{196602,
        author = {Shreyas Nipane and PARSHAW S. PATIL and HARSHVARDHAN A.RANANAVARE and SHUBHAM S. SACHDEV},
        title = {Microcapsule-Based Self-Healing Asphalt: A Review and Analysis},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {11},
        pages = {4222-4223},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=196602},
        abstract = {The rapid development of road infrastructure plays a vital role in economic growth and transportation efficiency. However, conventional asphalt pavements are prone to cracking, potholes, and deterioration due to traffic loads, environmental conditions, and aging. This study focuses on microcapsule-based self-healing asphalt as an innovative solution to enhance pavement durability and reduce maintenance costs. Microcapsules containing rejuvenating agents are embedded within asphalt, which release healing agents when cracks occur, restoring bitumen properties. The study analyzes materials, construction methodology, technical specifications, and performance comparison with conventional asphalt. Results indicate improved crack resistance, extended service life, and reduced lifecycle cost. Despite higher initial cost and challenges such as capsule durability, the technology offers significant economic, environmental, and sustainability benefits. The study concludes that self-healing asphalt has strong potential for future infrastructure development in India.},
        keywords = {Self-healing asphalt, microcapsules, pavement engineering, sustainable roads, bitumen, highway maintenance},
        month = {April},
        }