Japanese Scientists Develop Self-Healing, Lifelike Skin for Robots

New technique allows lab-grown human skin to adhere to robotic faces, paving the way for more realistic and functional humanoids.

Engineered skin mimics human ligaments, enabling flexibility and durability.
The skin can self-repair minor cuts without external triggers.
Potential applications include medical research, cosmetics, and plastic surgery training.
The technique involves using collagen gel and V-shaped perforations for strong adhesion.
Researchers aim to integrate sensory functions and humanlike expressions in future developments.