Osaka, Japan – If you have ever felt the frustration of trying to re-stick a used sticky note, you will understand the challenge of reversible adhesion. Adhesives that can strongly bond to surfaces, ...

Plastics are long chains of specific polymers. The use of plastics has grown significantly owing to their high strength, high stiffness, high formability, and lightweight. Additionally, the most ...

(Nanowerk Spotlight) The development of flexible electronic devices has faced a persistent materials science challenge: how to securely attach rigid metal components to flexible polymer surfaces.

Researchers have presented a new family of polymer adhesives that offer a sustainable and recyclable alternative to conventional polymer adhesives and can be used across a wide range of applications, ...

A research team has developed a reversible, water-based glue that has good adhesion in the neutral pH range, but can be detached again in strongly acidic or alkaline environments. The novel adhesive ...

Nanostructured adhesives are a novel technology that incorporates nanoscale materials like nanoparticles or nano-fillers to enhance adhesion and other key properties. Image Credit: noprati ...

Pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs) create bonds under low pressure, making them ideal for a variety of applications. Nanomechanical testing of PSAs is critical for understanding their viscoelastic ...

Researchers at Berkeley have developed stabilized αLA polymer adhesives, creating versatile, high-performance, and recyclable solutions for medical, industrial, and consumer applications. This new ...

Transdermal matrix-type patches of Nefopam hydrochloride with a combination of pressure-sensitive adhesives were developed. The polymeric composition provided a controlled and sustained release of the ...