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Velcro, invented by Swiss engineer George de Mestral in 1955, was inspired by the way burrs cling to fur. It has since been widely used in various applications, including clothing, medical devices, and aerospace engineering, notably by NASA in space suits. The invention exemplifies how biomimicry can lead to significant innovations.

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Stace Cee

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