Gecko-inspired carbon nanotube-based self-cleaning adhesives.
The design of reversible adhesives requires both stickiness and the ability to remain clean from dust and other contaminants. Inspired by gecko feet, we demonstrate the self-cleaning ability of carbon nanotube-based flexible gecko tapes.
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Sunny
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Department of Polymer Science, The University of Akron, Akron, Ohio 44325, USA.
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Liehui
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Lijie
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Ajayan
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Dhinojwala
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