@PurdueSciComm@evgkanias
The use of #insect#biomimetics for a celestial compass sensor is a fascinating engineering idea. Even in comparison to complex models, this design outperforms them, and the fact that it can be shrunken down leads to even more research opportunities!
Our paper is finally published in @CommsEng! Inspired by insects' eyes, we built a compass sensor that can use shining celestial bodies to navigate under cloudy and occluded skies. We also provide insights into how insects do this.
Check it out: https://t.co/aOVHOEL65m
@PurdueSciComm@Turbo_Qiong
A first for #biomimetic robotics, these tiny, squishy #robots use locust-inspired jumping mechanisms to store and release energy. These little robots can even carry a power source and could be used for maintenance in smaller machinery. #insects
@PurdueSciComm@ofandebiomim@EdinburghUni
This is a fascinating use of #biomimetics that could have many different use cases. Having a film coating using similar biomimetic materials could reduce upkeep costs substantially. I am interested in seeing where this goes! #insects
@PurdueSciComm@ScentianB
Using insect-based receptors is a fascinating use of #biomimetics. This article discusses ways in which digital biosensors are being tested for use in quality control in the food industry, but the potential seems to go far beyond that. Exciting! #insects
@PurdueSciComm@harajabi_
Found a really interesting paper involving insect biomimetics. It's fascinating to see how damselfly and dragonfly wings could potentially lead to naturally morphing mechanisms in future technologies! #insects#engineering#biomimetics