Biomimetics: Nature-Based Innovation

ISBN-13: 9781439834763 / Angielski / Twarda / 2011 / 788 str.

Yoseph Bar-Cohen

Opis

Based on the concept that nature offers numerous sources of inspiration for inventions related to mechanisms, materials, processes, and algorithms, this book covers the topic of biomimetics and the inspired innovation. The many recognized world-wide leaders that contribute to the text describe the efforts of turning science fiction ideas into engineering reality. This book is a follow-up to the author's 2005 publication and addresses many topics that were not covered in the original text. It reviews possibilities, the state of the art, and the challenges toward inspiring new experts to join the field. Extensive references at the end of each chapter are provided to enhance additional study.

Recenzje

"… a convenient source of examples and literature references for engineering students interested in how natural patterns can be exploited in mechanical and materials engineering. … will be of most interest to roboticists, who can profitably exploit many of the mechanisms it describes."
— Computing Reviews, June 2012

Spis treści

Introduction: Nature as a Source for Inspiration of Innovation. Artificial Senses and Organs—Natural Mechanisms and Biomimetic Devices. Biomimicry at the Cell–Material Interface. Multiscale Modeling of Plant Cell Wall Architecture and Tissue Mechanics for Biomimetic Applications. Biomimetic Composites. Electroactive Polymer Actuators as Artificial Muscles. Refreshable Braille Displays Actuated by Electroactive Polymers. Biological Optics. Biomimicry of the Ultimate Optical Device—The Plant. Biologically Inspired Design: A Tool for Interdisciplinary Education. Self-reproducing Machines and Manufacturing Processes. Biomimetic Products. Biomimetics for Medical Implants. Application of Biomimetics in the Design of Medical Devices. Affective Robotics: Human Motion and Behavioural Inspiration for Safe Cooperation between Humans and Humanoid Assistive Robots. Humanlike Robots—Capabilities, Potentials, and Challenges. Biomimetic Swimmer Inspired by the Manta Ray. Biomimetics and Flying Technology. The Biomimetic Process in Artistic Creation. Biomimetics—Reality, Challenges, and Outlook. Index.