BIOMIMETICS // Robert Clark
Summary: Biomimetics is a portfolio of images that takes a look at the bond between nature and engineering science. Life on earth has evolved and adapted to it's surroundings through time. Gecko's reserve the ability to run vertically at one meter per second due to their remarkable design. Cockleburs we all know too well have the talent of sticking to nearly any fibrous material with no ease of release. The thorny devil is able to absorb water from puddles and moist sand even, just through skin contact. The list goes on.
A recent trend among scientists and engineers is taking these remarkable traits found in nature and applying them to products and technologies for humans. Biomimetics shows us in a literal sense how these natural phenomena have been replicated in laboratories and factories resulting in some of the more spectacular inventions and designs to date.
The non-stick high-grip traits of the gecko's skin inspired the creation of Stickybot, a robot that retains similar vertical scaling techniques as it can climb up glass and even ceramic tile. Burs stick to cotton tube socks and dog's fur coats, then "voila!", velcro is invented. The miraculous moisture absorbing skin of the thorny devil is leading the government to develop materials that mimic this fascinating occurrence.
Biomimetics, the mimicry of nature in scientific advancements.
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