Tag: mantis shrimp
As Science Observes, Talk of Evolution Fades
Another point worthy of note: the more sophistication that is found in biological engineering, the more scientists want to imitate it.
Sophisticated Energy Shield Found in a Shrimp
A sophisticated energy-absorbing structure has been discovered in the mantis shrimp’s dactyl club that protects the animal from its own shock waves.
Paper Digest: Ten Biomechanical Animal Joints Enable Extreme Performance
The amazing design structures in organisms provide engineers with inspiring templates for creating better products.
Jaw Dropping: Nature’s Irreducibly Complex Linkage Mechanisms
Bristol University engineer Stuart Burgess goes deeper into the marvels of such sea creatures as the parrotfish, sling-jaw wrasse, and mantis shrimp.
Intelligent Design: A Gift that Keeps on Giving
The humble dandelion’s seeds are so optimized for lift and flight time that scientists wonder about borrowing its design for parachutes.