Mechanics of Adhesion and Contact Self-Cleaning of Bio-Inspired Microfiber Adhesives
The remarkable attachment system of geckos has inspired the development of dry microfiber adhesives through the last two decades. Some of the notable characteristics of gecko-inspired fibrillar adhesives include: strong, directional, and controllable adhesion to smooth and rough surfaces in air, vac...
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Research Showcase @ CMU
2014
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| Online Access: | http://repository.cmu.edu/dissertations/449 http://repository.cmu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1449&context=dissertations |