Tag: Biomimetics
Natural and Artificial Nuclear Reactors: Evidence of Purpose in Energy Production?
In 1972 French physicists discovered that natural nuclear fission reactors were in operation about two billion years ago in Oklo, Gabon in Africa.
Care for Appetizers? Electric Proteins, Spidey Sense, and More
Welcome to the second day of the New Year! Like tasty sliders, these short news stories should get the juices flowing for big developments in 2020.
ID-Friendly Biomimetic Research Continues Apace
The word “biomimetics” entered the dictionary in 1974. In the 45 years since, scientists have found design inspiration in everything biological from molecules to mammals.
Walnuts: Intelligent Design in a Nutshell — Literally
Walnut shells are found to create 3-D puzzles with tissues that even toothy squirrels can’t easily crack.
Biomimetics: Efficient Lights and a Lesson from Fireflies
A simple trick used by fireflies turned out to dramatically increase the light output of a test bulb designed by Belgian physicist Jean-Pol Vigneron.