Synthetic nanoadhesive mimics sticking powers of gecko and mussel

Geckos are remarkable in their ability to scurry up vertical surfaces and even move along upside down. Their feet stick but only temporarily, coming off of surfaces again and again like a sticky note. But put those feet underwater, and their ability to stick is dramatically reduced.

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<p><a href="http://www.physorg.com/news103980911.html">Synthetic nanoadhesive mimics sticking powers of gecko and mussel</a></p> <p>Geckos are remarkable in their ability to scurry up vertical surfaces and even move along upside down. Their feet stick but only temporarily, coming off of surfaces again and again like a sticky note. But put those feet underwater, and their ability to stick is dramatically reduced.</p>