An experimental study on adhesive or anti-adhesive, bio-inspired experimental nanomaterials

Adhesive abilities of insects, spiders and reptiles have inspired researchers for a long time. All these organisms show outstanding performance, particularly for force, adhesion and climbing abilities, relative to their size and weight. Scientists have focused on the gecko's adhesive paw system...

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Bibliographic Details
Other Authors: Lepore, Emiliano, author (author), Pugno, Nicol, author
Format: eBook
Language:Inglés
Published: London, England : De Gruyter 2013
2013.
Edition:1st ed
Series:Versita Discipline : Engineering, Industry, Transportation
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See on Biblioteca Universitat Ramon Llull:https://discovery.url.edu/permalink/34CSUC_URL/1im36ta/alma991009423252106719
Table of Contents:
  • Front matter
  • Contents
  • Acknowledgements
  • List of Figures
  • List of Tables
  • General Introduction
  • Adhesive Materials
  • Anti-Adhesive Materials
  • Strong Materials
  • Bibliography
  • Final Acknowledgments
  • General Conclusions
  • Index