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Nanoadhesion structures for sporting gear

US8424474B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJun 21, 2010
Grant dateApr 23, 2013
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Expiry dateJun 26, 2031

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB29K2105/124
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An apparatus including a first surface configured to attach the apparatus to a second surface of another object, and a plurality of elongated nanofibers. Each nanofiber has one end connected to the first surface and an opposite end extending away from the first surface. The plurality of elongated nanofibers is configured to adhere to the second surface by nanoadhesion when brought into contact with the second surface.

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