Biomimicry in action

We can define and talk about what biomimicry is and isn’t, but the best way to learn is through examples. At the same time, this can show everyone how diverse the topic really is, and why every single one of you can apply this to your projects and even personal interests.

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Guess the inspiration

Biomimicry is a diverse topic that has many applications. We said that it applies to every problem solver, and thus every engineer… so let’s explore that diversity with a little game of “Guess the Inspiration”!

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References

Sheppard, S. (2019, April 11). BBC: The unexpected inspiration behind Japan’s bullet train. It’s Alive in the Lab. Retrieved February 21, 2022, from https://labs.blogs.com/its_alive_in_the_lab/2019/04/bbc-the-unexpected-inspiration-behind-japans-bullet-train.html

The Biomimicry Institute. (n.d.-a). Adaptable Robotic Gripper Inspired by Sea Anemones — Innovation. AskNature. Retrieved February 21, 2022, from https://asknature.org/innovation/adaptable-robotic-gripper-inspired-by-sea-anemones/

The Biomimicry Institute. (n.d.-b). Bird-Friendly Glass Inspired by Spider Webs — Innovation. AskNature. Retrieved February 21, 2022, from https://asknature.org/innovation/bird-friendly-glass-inspired-by-spider-webs/

The Biomimicry Institute. (n.d.-c). Camera for Capturing Polarized Light in Deep Space Inspired by Moth Eyes — Innovation. AskNature. Retrieved February 21, 2022, from https://asknature.org/innovation/camera-for-capturing-polarized-light-in-space-inspired-by-moths-eyes/

The Biomimicry Institute. (n.d.-d). Chemical-Free Water Filtration System Inspired by Forests — Innovation. AskNature. Retrieved February 21, 2022, from https://asknature.org/innovation/chemical-free-water-filtration-system-inspired-by-forests/

The Biomimicry Institute. (n.d.-e). Energy Efficiency Algorithm Inspired by Honeybees — Innovation. AskNature. Retrieved February 21, 2022, from https://asknature.org/innovation/energy-efficiency-algorithm-inspired-by-honeybees/

The Biomimicry Institute. (n.d.-f). Injectable Medication for Diabetics Inspired by the Gila Monster — Innovation. AskNature. Retrieved February 21, 2022, from https://asknature.org/innovation/injectable-medication-for-patients-with-diabetes-inspired-by-the-gila-monster/

The Biomimicry Institute. (n.d.-g). Self-Healing Concrete Inspired by Bones — Innovation. AskNature. Retrieved February 21, 2022, from https://asknature.org/innovation/self-healing-concrete-cracking-repair-solution-inspired-by-bones/

The Biomimicry Institute. (n.d.-h). Soft Fabric Robotic Gripper Inspired by the Elephant Trunk — Innovation. AskNature. Retrieved February 21, 2022, from https://asknature.org/innovation/soft-fabric-robotic-gripper-inspired-by-the-elephant-trunk/

The Biomimicry Institute. (n.d.-i). Versatile Fastener Inspired by Burrs — Innovation. AskNature. Retrieved February 21, 2022, from https://asknature.org/innovation/versatile-fastener-inspired-by-burrs/

Vox. (2017, November 9). The world is poorly designed. But copying nature helps. [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iMtXqTmfta0