Walk like a ... gecko? Animal footpads inspire a polymer that sticks to ice

ScienceDaily
Jan 30, 2025, 1:57 pm57 pts
A solution to injuries from slips and falls may be found underfoot -- literally. The footpads of geckos have hydrophilic (water-loving) mechanisms that allow the little animals to easily move over moist, slick surfaces. Researchers report using silicone rubber enhanced with zirconia nanoparticles to create a…

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