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Devices for application and load bearing and method of using the same

US9182075B2 · kind B2 · utility

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29References

32Claims

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Assignee

University of Massachusetts · US

Inventors

Alfred J. Crosby · Amherst, US
Michael D. Bartlett · Ames, US
Duncan J. Irschick · Amherst, US
Daniel R. King · Oranmore, IE

Key dates

Filing date	Mar 14, 2014
Grant date	Nov 10, 2015
Priority date	—
Expiry date	Mar 14, 2034

Classification

Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
CPC primaryC09J2301/31
WIPO fieldMechanical elements
WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Gecko-like adhesive application devices suited for dynamic applications are disclosed, where the device can be easily applied to target substrates, exhibiting a firm hold, and subsequently released therefrom. Gecko-like adhesive application devices that are suited for sustained holding after easy application (e.g., on vertical or inclined surfaces or ceiling) also are disclosed.

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