Adhesive microstructure and method of forming same

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2005-03-29

2005-03-29

Watkins, III, William P. (Department: 1772)

Stock material or miscellaneous articles

Structurally defined web or sheet

Including fastener for attaching to external surface

C428S119000, C428S141000, C428S343000, C428S364000, C428S399000, C428S400000, C428S397000, C428S401000, C428S085000, C428S090000, C024S446000, C024S442000, C264S219000, C264S299000, C264S222000, C977S726000

Reexamination Certificate

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06872439

ABSTRACT:
A fabricated microstructure comprising at least one protrusion capable of providing an adhesive force at a surface of between about 60 and 2,000 nano-Newtons. A stalk supports the protrusion at an oblique angle relative to a supporting surface. The microstructure can adhere to different surfaces.

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