Biomimetic dry adhesives and methods of production therefor
US8703032B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 14, 2010 |
| Grant date | Apr 22, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 12, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T428/28
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The effectiveness of biomimetic dry adhesives at different ambient pressures is investigated. Biomimetic dry adhesives have great potential for space applications but there have been few studies on how these adhesives perform in low-pressure environments. Various geometrical configurations for cap and fiber structures of dry adhesive materials are disclosed. Various methods for manufacturing dry adhesive materials including a silicone rubber negative mold are disclosed. Various methods of manufacturing directly molded anisotropic dry adhesive structures with anisotropic peel strengths are also provided.
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