Essentially, the tufts of tiny hairs on gecko feet get so close to the contours in walls and ceilings that electrons from the ...

Geckos are able to maintain a grip on wet surfaces not because their toe pads repel water, but because they attract it. A new ...

Researchers in ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces report using silicone rubber enhanced with zirconia nanoparticles to create a gecko-inspired slip-resistant polymer. They say the material, which ...

Researchers in ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces report using silicone rubber enhanced with zirconia nanoparticles to create a gecko-inspired slip-resistant polymer. They say the material, which ...

A solution to injuries from slips and falls may be found underfoot — literally. The footpads of geckos have hydrophilic (water-loving) mechanisms that allow the little animals to easily move ...

The rubber outsoles promise steady traction, even in slippery or wet conditions, and its water-resistant construction means you wear these shoes virtually anywhere. Promising Amazon review: "I've been ...

They're made from a waterproof foam material, and feature a grippy bottom with slip-resistant ... their new under-desk shoes that make a great respite from heels. For example, if you're a lawyer ...