When an inventor is inspired by nature for a new creation, they are practicing something called biomimicry. Meet ten real-life scientists, engineers, and designers who imitate plants and animals to create amazing new technology. An engineer shapes the nose of his train like a kingfisher's beak. A scientist models her solar cell on the mighty leaf. Discover how we copy nature's good ideas to solve real-world problems!
| ISBN: | 9781580899475 |
| Publication date: | 29th June 2021 |
| Author: | Kristen Nordstrom, Paul Boston |
| Publisher: | Charlesbridge |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 44 pages |
| Genres: |
Children’s / Teenage: General interest Educational: Technology |