Scientists at the University of California San Diego have taken another step forward in their effort to create a stronger suction cup inspired by the unassuming clingfish. The findings were published ...

Four years ago, we heard how scientists had gained a new understanding of the Northern clingfish's ability to … well, to cling to things. Utilizing that knowledge, they've now developed a suction cup ...

To create prototype suction cups that are capable of glomming onto rough, wet surfaces and staying there, a research team has found inspiration in an aptly-named marine creature: the clingfish.

Recent improvements to suction-cup designs have made them even more capable, especially for fast-operating machines that handle slippery parts. Companies in the highly automated metal-fabricating ...