How does nature solve adhesion problems?

The Blue Mussel (Mytilus edulis)
Strong, non-toxic, underwater adhesion to multiple surfaces
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  • Biomimetrics can meet the demand for wet-binging, non-toxic adhesives.
  • Synthetics will be used initially to ensure commercial viability.
Mussel Adhesive Protein
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​Complex protein
​Difficult to purify or manufacture
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Simplified Design
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Simple polymer backbone
​Catechol used in place of DOP
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Poly (Catechol-Styrene)
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Exclusive license from Purdue
Monomers commercially available
​Can use at scale at competitive cost

Catechol Adhesion Mechanisms
Lyu, Q., N. Hsueh, and C.L.L. Chai, The Chemistry of Bioinspired Catechol(Amine)-Based Coatings. ACS Biomaterials Science & Engineering, 2019. 5(6): p. 2708-2724
​Li, K., Tsoi, J.K.H., and Yiu, C.K.Y. (2021). The application of novel mussel-inspired compounds in dentistry. Dent. Mater. 37, 655–671.

We have a wide competitive moat
Three patents granted, two pending, others in process

  • Powerful underwater adhesion and bond strengths
  • Easily beat commercially available adhesives
  • Broad formulating via modifying the polymers or mixtures
  • Comparable cost

PCS priming makes other adhesives stronger

   Process:
-  PCS primer applied to a 1 sq in^2 area 
-  Use steel (A36) or aluminum (2024)
-  High-grab polyurethane adhesive 
-  Cure overnight 
-  Binding strength assayed with an Instron 5567

Bond powerfully to wet surfaces

  • Combines with any chemistry
  • Utilizes known packaging
  • Thin coat primers
  • ​Long shelf life

One platform, unlimited potential
Simply elegant - Makes existing bonds better

Chemistries​ 

​Polyesters
Phenols
Acrylics
Urethanes
Epoxies
Silanes 
Methods
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Spray
Wipe
​Dip
Materials
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Plastic
Metal
Minerals
Glass
Tissues​
Applications​ 

​Adhesives
Sealants
Inks
Coatings
Composites
PSAs
Environment​ 

Humid
Wet
​Underwater
Form Factors​ 

​Fibers
Particles
Flexible Films
Tapes
Rigid Sheets