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Adhesive microstructure and method of forming same

US7229685B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 3, 2003
Grant dateJun 12, 2007
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Expiry dateJun 11, 2024

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T428/298
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method of forming an adhesive force includes removing a seta from a living specimen, attaching the seta to a substrate, and applying the seta to a surface so as to establish an adhesive force between the substrate and the surface. The seta is applied to the surface with a force perpendicular to the surface. The seta is then pulled with a force parallel to the surface so as to preload the adhesive force of the seta.

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