High capacity easy release extended use adhesive devices

摘要

The invention provides novel devices, systems, designs, materials and fabrication methods that enable high-load capacity, easy release, and suitable for extended/repeated use in a variety of applications.

主权项

1. A releasable, surface-adhering device, comprising:
an adhering pad, comprising:
a planar backing layer;an elastic planar layer having an adhering surface on at least one side, wherein the elastic planar layer adheres to a target surface when the elastic planar layer is pressed against the target surface, wherein the elastic planar layer is applied to the planar backing layer on at least the side opposing the adhering surface; and a flexible tether attached to and extending from the adhering pad.