Bio-inspired Structured Adhesives

Bio-inspired Structured Adhesives
Author: Lars Heepe
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 357
Release: 2017-07-21
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 3319591142

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This book deals with the adhesion, friction and contact mechanics of living organisms. Further, it presents the remarkable adhesive abilities of the living organisms which inspired the design of novel micro- and nanostructured adhesives that can be used in various applications, such as climbing robots, reusable tapes, and biomedical bandages. The technologies for both the synthesis and construction of bio-inspired adhesive micro- and nanostructures, as well as their performance, are discussed in detail. Representatives of several animal groups, such as insects, spiders, tree frogs, and lizards, are able to walk on (and therefore attach to) tilted, vertical surfaces, and even ceilings in different environments. Studies have demonstrated that their highly specialized micro- and nanostructures, in combination with particular surface chemistries, are responsible for this impressive and reversible adhesion. These structures can maximize the formation of large effective contact areas on surfaces of varying roughness and chemical composition under different environmental conditions.

Biobased Adhesives

Biobased Adhesives
Author: Manfred Dunky
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 772
Release: 2023-05-31
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1394174632

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Biobased Adhesives Unique and comprehensive book edited by acknowledged leaders on biobased adhesives that will replace petroleum-based adhesives. This book contains 23 chapters covering the various ramifications of biobased adhesives. The chapters are written by world-class scientists and technologists actively involved in the arena of biobased adhesives. The book is divided into three parts: Part 1: Fundamental Aspects; Part 2: Classes of Biobased Adhesives; and Part 3: Applications of Biobased Adhesives. Topics covered include: an introduction to biobased adhesives; adhesion theories and adhesion and surface issues with biobased adhesives; chemistry of adhesives; biorefinery products as biobased raw materials for adhesives; naturally aldehyde-based thermosetting resins; natural crosslinkers; curing and adhesive bond strength development in biobased adhesives; mimicking nature; bio-inspired adhesives; protein adhesives; carbohydrates as adhesives; natural polymer-based adhesives; epoxy adhesives from natural materials; biobased polyurethane adhesives; nanocellulose-modified adhesives; debondable, recyclable, and biodegradable biobased adhesives; 5-Hydroxymethylfurfural-based adhesives; adhesive precursors from tree-derived naval stores; and applications in various diverse arenas such as wood bonding, controlled drug delivery, and wearable bioelectronics. Audience This book will interest materials scientists, adhesionists, polymer chemists, marine biologists, food and agriculture scientists, and environmentalists. R&D personnel in a slew of wide-ranging industries such as aviation, shipbuilding, railway, automotive, packaging, construction, wood bonding, and composites should find this book a repository of current and much-needed information.

Bio-inspired Studies on Adhesion of a Thin Film on a Rigid Substrate

Bio-inspired Studies on Adhesion of a Thin Film on a Rigid Substrate
Author: Zhilong Peng
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 107
Release: 2015-04-07
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 3662469553

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The thesis systematically investigates the factors which influence many animals’ robust adhesion abilities and micro-reversible adhesion mechanisms, including the geometric principles of their adhesion, relative humidity, surface roughness and pre-tension. Studies exploring biological adhesion mechanisms are not only of great significance for the design of advanced adhesive materials and adhesion systems for micro-climbing robots, but also very helpful for resolving the problem of adhesion failure in MEMS/NEMS.

Biological and Biomimetic Adhesives

Biological and Biomimetic Adhesives
Author: Romana Santos
Publisher: Royal Society of Chemistry
Total Pages: 209
Release: 2013-05-31
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1849737134

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Due to their impressive performance biological adhesives have inspired the development of superior industrial adhesives. Biological adhesives often provide elegant solutions to engineering and biomedical requirements and are expected to inspire future technological innovations for adhesives for use in hostile conditions. Containing a selection of papers presented at the 1st International Conference on Biological and Biomimetic Adhesives, this book will showcase the latest advances in the chemical and structural characterisation of adhesives, the mechanical testing of adhesives and theory, fabrication and applications of biomimetic adhesives. Following the work of COST Action TD0909, the aim is to gain greater understanding of the mode of action of biological adhesives to allow successful development of improved synthetic counterparts. Appealing to a wide range of researchers in biology, chemistry, physics and engineering, the title provides the background and drive to improve scientific and technological progress in this important area.

Bioinspired Design of Materials Surfaces

Bioinspired Design of Materials Surfaces
Author: Yongmei Zheng
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 338
Release: 2019-08-10
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0128148446

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Bioinspired Design of Materials Surfaces reviews novel methods and technologies used to design surfaces and materials for smart material and device applications. The author discusses how materials wettability can be impacted by the fabrication of micro- and nanostructures, anisotropic structures, gradient structures, and heterogeneous patterned structures on the surfaces of materials. The design of these structures was inspired by nature, including lotus, cactus, beetle back and butterfly wings, spider silk, and shells. The author reviews the various wettability functions that can result from these designs, such as self-cleaning, directional adhesion, droplet driving, anti-adhesion, non-wetting, liquid repellent properties, liquid separation, liquid splitting, and more. This book presents a key reference on how to fabricate bioinspired structures on materials for desired functions of materials wettability. It also discusses challenges, opportunities and many potential applications, such as oil-water separation devices, water harvesting devices and photonic device applications. Introduces the fundamentals of both bioinspired materials design and the theory behind dynamic materials wettability Reviews the latest methods and technologies used to create functional surfaces and structured materials that impact and potentially control wettability Provides a snapshot of potential device applications, such as oil-water separation, water harvesting, fluid transport, photonic applications, and much more

Biological and Biomimetic Adhesives

Biological and Biomimetic Adhesives
Author: Romana Santos
Publisher: Royal Society of Chemistry
Total Pages: 209
Release: 2013
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1849736693

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Publication of the Cost Action Group TD0906. A volume based on the proceedings of the 1st International Conference on Biological and Biomimetic Adhesives that was held at the University of Lisbon, Portugal 9-11 May 2012.

Biomimetic and Bioinspired Nanomaterials

Biomimetic and Bioinspired Nanomaterials
Author: Challa S. S. R. Kumar
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 588
Release: 2010-09-20
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 3527321675

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The book series Nanomaterials for the Life Sciences, provides an in-depth overview of all nanomaterial types and their uses in the life sciences. Each volume is dedicated to a specific material class and covers fundamentals, synthesis and characterization strategies, structure-property relationships and biomedical applications. The series brings nanomaterials to the Life Scientists and life science to the Materials Scientists so that synergies are seen and developed to the fullest. Written by international experts of various facets of this exciting field of research, the series is aimed at scientists of the following disciplines: biology, chemistry, materials science, physics, bioengineering, and medicine, together with cell biology, biomedical engineering, pharmaceutical chemistry, and toxicology, both in academia and fundamental research as well as in pharmaceutical companies. VOLUME 7 - Biomimetic and Bioinspired Nanomaterials

Models of the Oil Market

Models of the Oil Market
Author: J. Crémer
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Total Pages: 119
Release: 2013-07-04
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1136469702

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Economists have proposed a large variety of models of the oil market and this survey integrates them in a coherent framework.