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Published online 2 June 2003 | Nature | doi:10.1038/news030527-11
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Lizards help adhesive design
Super sticky tape modelled on gecko feet.
Inspired by geckos' toes, a new super-sticky tape is so strong that it can stick a person to the ceiling by just one hand. With a few tweaks, the prototype adhesive could have limitless applications - tyres with more grip, surgical tape and sticky gloves for rock climbers.
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