|
As Sticky as a Gecko, but Ten Times Stronger Wednesday, October 15, 2008 - Anuradha Menon Home >> Headlines >> General Technology   
|
|
The gecko's amazing ability to stick to surfaces and walk up walls has inspired many researchers to manufacture materials that mimic the special surface of a gecko's foot. The secret behind the gecko's ability to stick so well is a forest of pillars at the micro-/nano-scale on the underside of the gecko's foot. Because there are so many pillars so close together, they are held tightly to the surface the gecko is walking on by a molecular force called the Van der Waals force. (source: nsf.gov)
|
|
|
|
| Related News |
|
Helicopter UAV Designed for Digital Photography |
|
Super Water Repellent |
| Related Pictures |
|
Lithium-Sulphur Battery |
|
Martin Jet Pack |
| Related Articles |
|
2008 In Technology |
|
2007 In Technology |
