Bartlett-1.png (IMAGE) Virginia Tech Caption Attach-and-release octopus schematic and underwater manipulation demonstration of the octopus-inspired switchable adhesive on irregular surfaces. Credit Photo by Chanhong Lee and Michael Bartlett for Virginia Tech. Usage Restrictions Must credit License Original content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.