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UrduThe research team discovered that water can unexpectedly enhance adhesion under controlled conditions. The study involved measuring the adhesion of a soft elastomer to precisely engineered rough surfaces, revealing a complex interplay between water, surface roughness, and adhesion dynamics.
Tag: underwater adhesive
Scientists make powerful underwater glue inspired by barnacles and mussels
Scientists replicate the molecular properties of the natural cement used by barnacles and mussels to create a powerful adhesive using silk protein. The new adhesive can work well in both dry and underwater conditions.
Super Sticky: Johns Hopkins APL Creates Strong, Fast, Waterproof Adhesive
APL created an additive to turn commercial glue into a rapidly curing underwater adhesive that is effective on a range of surfaces, including aluminum, stainless steel, glass and plastic. The adhesive performed best on untreated aluminum surfaces with a high bonding strength of approximately 400 pounds in 60 seconds.