How does nano gel adhesive tape work?

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What is it? How does it work?
Summary: What is it? How does it work?

About this reusable silicone "nanogel" adhesive tape on Amazon... https://www.amazon.com/s?k=nano+gel+tape&tag=pfamazon01-20

[1] I'm wondering if the adhesive property is due to the surface structure, as in "nano" bumps or projections a la geckos' feet. Or maybe it's just a material property rather than the surface structure, something to do with its place in the electrostatic series?

[2] But if it's the latter, wouldn't it be limited in terms of sticking to materials from different ends of the series?

[3] If it's all about electrostatic activity, would this tape have any special advantage if used as the belt in an electrostatic machine?
 

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How can you or we rely on marketing claims like those? The ad gives nothing I can find telling what the adhesive really is.

We would need to see a peer reviewed paper to know what the scientific evidence is for the mechanisms of a known adhesive.
 
I have ordered some. If I find that it works, maybe I'll revive this question (not mentioning any specific brand).

If it doesn't work, I'll post that as well, just for the record.

Maybe the moderators would consider moving this to the DIY forum or something.