Tag: Biomimetics
Mathematics, Biology, and Awesome Wonder
“Infinite Patterns” starts with a simple triangle and builds to the most magnificent representations of human and nature’s designs.
Applied Intelligent Design: Engineers Know Engineering When They See It
The adhesive properties of gecko toe pads, based on atomic van der Waals attraction, have been understood for years now.
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.