Scientists have developed a groundbreaking underwater glue that cures rapidly under water and retains its strength for years. The adhesive can also be reused, opening up new possibilities for aquatic construction and maintenance. The study details were published in the journal Nature Communications.

The primary challenge with conventional adhesives in aquatic environments is that water destroys or washes away their structure. To overcome this, researchers added dimethyl sulfoxide to a new compound designated as BP16TPB. This addition allows the adhesive to transform into a dense, solid structure immediately upon contact with water.

Tests performed on ceramics, epoxy resin, and plastics demonstrated that the material exhibits high adhesion performance after just 10 seconds under water. Furthermore, it successfully supported a load of 2 kilograms under water for more than three years without losing integrity.

Researchers state that this novel material can be effectively utilized for repair, maintenance, and structural work in underwater engineering and marine installations.