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Capture strategy of spiders

Year: 2022

Type: article

Abstract: In relation to the project "BioCombs4Nanofibers" the prey capture strategy of cribellate spiders is described. This includes a short introduction into the production of their special nanofibrous capture threads as well as their special capture thread and its production and its adhesive mechanism. A short introduction into van der Waals forces is given. According literature hints for further information can be found at the end of the document.

Source: Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)

DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.7077629

Author: Joel, Anna-Christin

Institution: RWTH Aachen University

Language: English

Topic: Spider Taxonomy and Behavior Studies

Subfield: Genetics

Field: Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology

Domain: Life Sciences

Open Access status: green

Funder: Horizon 2020 Framework Programme

Award: G4167544288