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- ScottMcIntyre, on 09/08/2008, -0/+4The hope is that by analyzing the beak, scientists can discover what elements give it its unique, durable characteristics. This in turn can then be developed into useful spin-offs for human benefits. Apparently, this type of work is growing:
QFA: "This is biomimicry, of course — the art of designing new artificial materials based off of superweird stuff found in the animal kingdom. It’s thus an important rationale for planet-saving conservation, because every time a species dies off, it often takes some remarkable physical property with it — something that, if we replicated, we could use to build bridges, save lives, or whatnot.This is biomimicry, of course — the art of designing new artificial materials based off of superweird stuff found in the animal kingdom. It’s thus an important rationale for planet-saving conservation, because every time a species dies off, it often takes some remarkable physical property with it — something that, if we replicated, we could use to build bridges, save lives, or whatnot." - zerobriers, on 09/08/2008, -0/+2I'm just glad Clive Thompson is back blogging.
- louiebaur, on 09/08/2008, -0/+2That thing is trippy looking!
- 5cents, on 09/08/2008, -0/+1wow mate that scary
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