Seeking Innovative Attachment Solutions for a Biochemistry Project

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I am currently engaged in a local project that requires a unique attachment solution. We need to securely affix a 100g object, coated with cross-linked polyethylene foam, to a board that is covered in synthetic fur. The attachment must be robust enough to endure shaking and bumps. Importantly, it should also be biodegradable, allowing the object to detach naturally after a period of 2-3 days. Any insights or suggestions on materials and methods that could facilitate this requirement would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your expertise and assistance!
 
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Hey, unfortunately I have no useful pictures to share...
As for your solution, have you ever tried such a material?
 
Spikey said:
As for your solution, have you ever tried such a material?
Of course, dentists use dissolving sutures all the time in oral surgery. By the time I go back in for my 1-week post-op appointment, the sutures are pretty much gone.
 
berkeman said:
Of course, dentists use dissolving sutures all the time in oral surgery. By the time I go back in for my 1-week post-op appointment, the sutures are pretty much gone.
What make them dissolve?
 
Spikey said:
What make them dissolve?
I believe the link in my first reply above should cover that. I'm guessing just saliva, or maybe some blood plasma component, but I don't know for sure.
 
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Well, I wrote this late last night then forget to hit the Post raply button. :oldshy:

Google searches had MANY hits. One hit noted that a mix of flour and sugar was rather common.

Try these search terms:
school paste adhesive
school paste

Also, I expect that Willdlife field researchers would have some good leads.

Cheers,
Tom
 
Spikey said:
We need to securely affix a 100g object, coated with cross-linked polyethylene foam, to a board that is covered in synthetic fur.
So you are going to attempt to tag a Nauga in the wild? Sounds terribly dangerous and difficult.
 
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