Gecko-inspired adhesive
Synthetic Gecko is an artificial surface that grips incredibly tightly without glue or pressure: A sheet of the material just over 3.3 feet (1 meter) could be used to suspend the weight of an average family car. The surface replicates the hairs on a gecko’s feet that ensure the toes are always in close contact with the surface beneath. A number of potential business applications includes new building products. BAE Systems, Farnborough, U.K. www.baesystems.com