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This document summarizes testing of a gecko-inspired adhesive and the development of a gecko-inspired braking system. Key points: 1. The adhesive was created from PDMS and tested under various loads, recording detachment angles. This showed a linear relationship between shear and perpendicular forces, indicating friction-based adhesion. 2. A braking system was designed with 3D printed parts and either side brakes or drum brakes using the adhesive. Initial tests showed the system could stop a motorized wh

Author

Nathaly Villacis

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EN