Arachnid Silk Adhesion

Abstract

Arachnids use cutting-edge social strategies combined with very imperceptible handcrafted sticky silk strands to flip prey-capturing networks. Over many years, the glues used in such networks have evolved into a wholly distinct class of chemicals with specialised qualities. In this review, we can observe how bugs employ various adhesives to catch prey. We demonstrated how insects utilise the pliability of both the ensnared silk and the adhesive substance to enhance adhesive pressure, offering valuable insights for the development of contemporary synthetic adhesives. The concept behind the spider silk tensile strength and force generation while capturing prey have been thoroughly discussed.