Fold it, stretch it, build it: biomimicry with Dr. Shu Yang In our latest episode of Lexicon, we’re joined by Dr. Shu Yang, the Joseph Bordogna Professor of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Yang is a trailblazer in the field of biomimicry, drawing inspiration from nature to create innovative materials […]
Video: Japan’s falcon-inspired drone can land safely on your palms, no cushions needed
Video: Japan’s falcon-inspired drone can land safely on your palms, no cushions needed In the realm of drone technology, innovations are continuously pushing the boundaries of what these unmanned aerial vehicles can achieve. A recent breakthrough comes from Japan, where engineers have developed a falcon-inspired drone capable of performing a soft landing on a person’s […]
Treehoppers evolved with bizarre body shapes to sense electric predators, study suggests
Treehoppers: The Evolution of Bizarre Body Shapes to Sense Electric Predators Treehopper insects are some of nature’s most peculiar creations. With spiny helmets, ball-like bumps, and elongated structures protruding from their bodies, these tiny creatures have long baffled scientists with their outlandish appearances. However, a recent study suggests that there is more to treehoppers’ unique […]
US mathematician plans albatross-inspired drone to ride winds for longer flights
Albatross-Inspired Drone: Pioneering Wind-Powered Flights UC Assistant Professor Sameh Elsa and his research partners are working on a novel project that could revolutionize the world of drones and aerial surveillance. Inspired by the remarkable flying abilities of albatross birds, known for their impressive gliding skills and endurance in the air, the team is developing a […]
Bat-inspired AI gives drones ultrasonic sight to navigate disaster rescue zones
Bat-inspired AI Gives Drones Ultrasonic Sight to Navigate Disaster Rescue Zones Researchers at the University of Michigan have developed an AI-powered echolocation system that allows robots to navigate through disaster zones with the precision of a bat in flight. This groundbreaking technology draws inspiration from the sophisticated echolocation abilities of bats, enabling drones to “see” […]
100-year-old mystery of dolphin-style vortex rings solved by NYU scientists
The Fascinating 100-Year-Old Mystery of Dolphin-Style Vortex Rings Finally Unraveled by NYU Scientists A team of researchers discovered an extraordinary property of vortex rings—how dolphins propel themselves underwater—that has baffled scientists for over a century. The mystery of how these marine mammals create and utilize vortex rings to move seamlessly through water has long been […]
Beetle-inspired tech senses missiles 20,000x faster than US Golden Dome, China claims
Beetle-inspired Tech Senses Missiles 20,000x Faster than US Golden Dome, China Claims Chinese scientists have developed a high-speed infrared sensor inspired by the fire beetle. This breakthrough in biomimicry technology aims to revolutionize missile defense systems by detecting and intercepting incoming threats at speeds 20,000 times faster than the renowned US-made Iron Dome. The fire […]
Air filter modeled on nasal mucus doubles efficiency in real-world performance tests
Air Filter Modeled on Nasal Mucus Doubles Efficiency in Real-World Performance Tests Chemical engineers in South Korea have developed a new air filtration system inspired by one of the human body’s natural defense mechanisms – nasal mucus. This innovative approach has shown a significant improvement in filtering efficiency compared to traditional methods, doubling its performance […]
Soft metal solid-state battery mimics biology, could drive EVs 500 miles per charge
Soft Metal Solid-State Battery Mimics Biology, Could Drive EVs 500 Miles Per Charge Researchers at Georgia Tech have developed a new metal combination that could transform the future of electric vehicles. By mimicking biology, specifically the way our brains and hearts function, the team has created a soft metal solid-state battery that has the potential […]
Insects turned into chemical reactors, help make high-tech materials from nanocarbons
Insects as Chemical Reactors: Revolutionizing High-Tech Materials Production from Nanocarbons Researchers at Japan’s RIKEN Pioneering Research Institute (PRI) and Center for Sustainable Resource Science (CSRS) have taken innovation to a whole new level by tapping into the incredible potential of insects as chemical reactors. This groundbreaking approach is poised to transform the production of high-tech […]