Researchers Create Gecko-Like Materials

According to foreign media reports, geckos have always been an important research object. Due to the natural adhesion of its feet, it allows it to grab almost any surface. Although researchers have been able to imitate the gecko's stickiness, that is, use rubber strips to grab and release objects, mass production is still not possible. Now, researchers from the Georgia Institute of Technology have developed a completely new method to make gecko-inspired adhesive materials, which is more cost-effective than current methods. This new discovery will enable large-scale production and introduce adhesive strips based on gecko adhesives to manufacturing and consumers. Researchers say the polymer is made with a gecko's attached surface, which can be used to make a wide range of pliers that can hold various objects on the same assembly line.

In addition, this adhesive material can also make painting easier. Scientists also believe that one day, gecko robots can replace humans to clean the outer walls of high-rise buildings. Researcher Michael Varenverg pointed out that this gecko adhesive can stick to anything except Teflon and the like. The researchers say that using the grippers attached and manufactured by the gecko has a clear advantage-no need to prepare for a specific surface before being able to grab the target. This adhesive can put flat objects such as boxes and curved objects such as eggs and vegetables on the same line. At present, the gripper on the assembly line uses items such as clips, magnets and suction cups, but it can only grip a limited range of objects.

Surfaces Grip like Gecko Feet