Article #26316
Times of India
| Title | In 1941, George de Mestral got annoyed by sticky burrs on his dog, and this accidentally launched the multibillion-dollar Velcro industry | Source | Times of India |
| Description |
 Swiss engineer Georges de Mestral observed burrs attaching to his dog's fur, leading to the invention of Velcro. He discovered the burrs' hook-and-loop mechanism, which inspired a durable, reattachable fastener. NASA's adoption of Velcro for space missions further popularized this biomimicry innovation, showcasing nature's engineering solutions.
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| Link | https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/in-1941-george-de-mestral-got-annoyed-by-sticky-burrs-on-his-dog-and-this-accidentally-launched-the-multibillion-dollar-velcro-industry/articleshow/131064407.cms | Published At | 2026-05-14 06:42:19 (1 month ago) |
| Created At | 2026-05-14 07:00:33 | Updated At | 2026-05-14 07:00:33 |