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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Sep. 19, 2017
Filed:
Feb. 23, 2012
Barbara Carey Stachowski, Orinda, CA (US);
Loc Vinh Bui, Moorpark, CA (US);
Joanne Moody, Livermore, CA (US);
Barbara Carey Stachowski, Orinda, CA (US);
Loc Vinh Bui, Moorpark, CA (US);
Joanne Moody, Livermore, CA (US);
Carey & Co., Orinda, CA (US);
Abstract
A selective adhesive mechanism comprises an engineered surface structure or substrate and a compliant member. The compliant member is able to be a dry and non-tacky substance. The compliant member is selectively adhesive to the engineered surface when the compliant member is in contact with the engineered surface. The compliant member shows adhesion to the engineered surface when the compliant member is within a pre-selected range of hardness. In some embodiments, the compliant member comprises a polymeric member, a thermoplastic elastomer, silicone, polyurethane, or a combination thereof.