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Artificial Adhesive Surfaces Mimicking Gecko Setae: Novel Approaches in Surface Engineering  

Singh, R. Arvind (Nano-Bio Research Center, Korea Institute of Science and Technology)
Yoon, Eui-Sung (Nano-Bio Research Center, Korea Institute of Science and Technology)
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KSTLE International Journal / v.9, no.1_2, 2008 , pp. 13-16 More about this Journal
Abstract
Surface Engineering is a field closely related to Tribology. Surfaces are engineered to reduce adhesion, friction and wear between moving components in engineering applications. On the contrary, it is also necessary to have high adhesion between surfaces so as to hold/stick surfaces together. In this context, surface engineering plays an important role. In recent times, scientists are drawing inspiration from nature to create effective artificial adhesive surfaces. This article provides some examples of novel surface engineering approaches conducted by various research groups worldwide that have significantly contributed in the creation of bio-inspired artificial adhesive surfaces.
Keywords
biomimetic; bio-inspired; adhesion; surface engineering;
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