The setae on the bottom of most geckos’ feet are what give them their adhesive properties. Geckos can molecularly cling to a variety of surfaces thanks to these tiny hair-like structures, which are arranged in a thin pattern along the bottom of the feet.
We’re Redefining What It Means to be “Sticky”—And We’re Taking Lessons From Geckos
Related Posts
Brain Imaging Goes Mobile With Compact MRI Machine
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) plays a vital role in current patient diagnosis, as it allows doctors and experts…
What Was the Age of Reptiles, Anyway?
YouTube channel PBS Eons gives its viewers a much-needed look into the story of how T. rex and…
We’re using drones to map the temperatures of lizards and this could boost reptile conservation
Emma Higgins, University of South Wales Forget pizza delivery, the latest use for drones may surprise you even…
Faster-than-reflexes robo-boots boost balance
These boots were made for superhuman balance. Candler Hobbs, Georgia Institute of Techology Lena Ting, Emory University; Gregory…