Sticky Tape Inspired by Insect Feet

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(A) Chrysomelid beetle with (B) a close-up of the tarsus with a hairy adhesive system (colored scanning electron microscope image). Credit: Stanislav Gorb et al.
(A) Chrysomelid beetle with (B) a close-up of the tarsus with a hairy adhesive system (colored scanning electron microscope image). Credit: Stanislav Gorb, et al.

Scientists have designed an extremely sticky patterned adhesive, which is twice as sticky as flat tapes used for similar purposes. The new glue-free adhesive can also stick to dusty surfaces better, can be washed with soap and water, and can be reused multiple times.


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