Gecko Glue Exploits Mussel Power

The remarkable adhesive abilities of geckos and mussels have been combined to create a super-sticky material. Unlike other adhesives inspired by the nimble reptiles, geckel can attach to both wet and dry surfaces. Its staying power comes from coating fibrous silicone, similar in structure to a gecko’s foot, with a polymer that mimics the glue used by mussels

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