Mechanically Switchable Elastomeric Microfibrillar Adhesive Surfaces for Transfer Printing

A new mechanically switchable topographical adhesive surface for transfer printing is reported. The surface consists of a thin non-adhesive mesh and pillars, coated with a dry microfibrillar adhesive, extending through the holes in the mesh. The switching is achieved by retracting the pillars. 2000-to-1 switching ratios and examples of part transfer applications are shown. As a service to our authors and readers, this journal provides supporting information supplied by the authors. Such materials are peer reviewed and may be re-organized for online delivery, but are not copy-edited or typeset. Technical support issues arising from supporting information (other than missing files) should be addressed to the authors. Please note: The publisher is not responsible for the content or functionality of any supporting information supplied by the authors. Any queries (other than missing content) should be directed to the corresponding author for the article.