Biomimicry finds models in nature–organisms and ecosystems–that are doing what we want our designs to do. BioBrainstorming is a technique for quickly finding lots of potential models. It involves first asking the right question, based on function, then looking on AskNature.org, going for walks outdoors, talking to biologists, and other techniques such as looking on Google Images and other photo sites.
Inventor and entrepreneur Roger Johnson turned what he learned in an article in Scientific American into a lobster-inspired radiant heater that saves energy and costs.
Inspired by diatoms and radiolarians, a new bottle used biomimicry as a basis for its new design.
The Maker’s Bill of Rights, a manifesto is largely about creating a resilient, open, and cooperative system—and that’s how life works, too.
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Woodpecker adaptations can inspire designs that prevent impact and vibration damage.
Inspired by nature, AquaPro used biomimicry to design the Groasis technology using the Waterboxx to allow plantings in difficult areas. Founder and inventor Pieter Hoff mimicked how animal droppings give plants a head start. His company has used the Groasis technology in more than 30 countries, restoring damaged areas and providing people the chance to grow trees and vegetables in dry, rocky soils.
