Adhesive microstructure and method of forming same
US7335271B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 2, 2002 |
| Grant date | Feb 26, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 20, 2022 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T428/24355
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A fabricated microstructure includes a plurality of protrusions. The protrusions are capable of providing substantially parallel adhesive force at a surface of between about 60 and 2000 nano-Newtons. A flexible shaft supports the protrusions, and a flexible member or beam is attached to the shaft to form a manipulator or gripper device.
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