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2. Hook-and-loop fastener - Wikipedia

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   The original hook-and-loop fastener was conceived in 1941 by Swiss engineer George de Mestral, [1] [2] [3] which he named velcro. The idea came to him one day after returning from a hunting trip with his dog in the Alps. He took a close look at the burs of burdock that kept sticking to his clothes and his dog's fur.

3. Double-sided tape - Wikipedia

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   Double-sided tapes. Double-sided tape is any pressure-sensitive tape that is coated with adhesive on both sides. [1] It is designed to stick two surfaces together, often in a way which is not visible in the end product, due to it being in between the objects rather than overlaying them. This allows for neater-looking projects and better ...

4. List of adhesive tapes - Wikipedia

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   Adhesive is usually coated on a polypropylene or polyester film. Commonly 48 mm (1.9 in) or 72 mm (2.8 in) wide. Double-sided tape This tape has adhesive on both sides, and is used to stick two surfaces together. Duct tape Usually gray in color, this tape is backed with scrim, often coated with rubber or plastic. [1] Elastic therapeutic tape

5. Velcro - Wikipedia

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   Velcro IP Holdings LLC, [2] [4] [5] doing business as Velcro Companies and commonly referred to as Velcro (pronounced / ˈ v ɛ l k r oʊ /), [1] is a British privately held company, founded by Swiss electrical engineer George de Mestral in the 1950s. It is the original manufacturer of hook-and-loop fasteners, which de Mestral invented. [2]

6. Pressure-sensitive tape - Wikipedia

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   The primary component of tape upon which an adhesive is applied. Examples are cloth, paper, metal foil, plastic film, etc. Conformability. Ability of a tape to make total contact with a rough or uneven surface. Creped. Paper that has small "folds" to provide stretchability and conformability. Double-coated, or two-sided tape. Pressure-sensitive ...

7. Candy Canes Are Everywhere on Christmas—But Why Is That? - AOL

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   Candy canes are a peppermint treat long associated with Christmas. Learn their history, including why they were first made with red and white stripes.