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biomimicry

Published on Nov 21, 2015

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BIOMIMICRY

BECAUSE THERE IS NO BETTER DESIGN PARTNER THAN NATURE
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WHAT IS BIOMIMICRY?

  • The imitation of elements in nature to solve complex human problems
  • Are our current design methods are as efficient as those found in nature?

WHY IS THIS IMPORTANT ?

  • Its a new and creative way at approaching design!
  • From borrowing natures ideas you can get some pretty nifty results...
  • We are apart of nature, we should act accordingly

EXAMPLES

  • Whale power-A new design for wind turbines
  • Did you know a whale fin is aerodynamic?

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  • Lotus effect - Minimizing water adhesion
  • Used for things like outdoor paints and stains

THE BOX FISH BEHIND THE CAR

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NATURE VS. MAN MADE

  • Zero waste
  • Solar power income
  • Complex systems
  • No long term toxins
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NATURE AS A MENTOR

  • Less taking...more learning!

WORK CITED

  • Website Title: Biomimicry Institute - Home Article Title: Biomimicry Institute - Home Date Accessed: September 23, 2014
  • Website Title: Biomimicry 38 Article Title: Biomimicry 3.8 Date Accessed: September 23, 2014
  • Website Title: - AskNature Article Title: What is Biomimicry? Date Accessed: September 23, 2014

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