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Researchers develop robot that shoots spider silk-like fibers, can cross broken glass and grasp flowers

Researchers have developed a robot that can shoot artificial spider silk; the polymer solution forms hair-thin fibers in the air that can adhere to Teflon and bridge sharp broken glass. A single silk web supports 100 g, and a soft silicone gripper made from these fibers can pick up delicate flowers without damage.

Part of the event: Researchers develop a robot that sprays artificial spider silk

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