Biomimetic Collection

Mussel glue threads, SEM
Mussel glue. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the byssus (glue threads) of a common mussel (Mytilus edulis)

Barnacle glue, SEM
Barnacle glue. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a section through the byssus (glue threads) of an acorn barnacle (Elminius modestus)

SCRATCHbot, touch sensitive robot. SCRATCHbot is a robot equipped with touch sensitive feelers designed to mimic a rats whiskers

Imitation honeycomb filling C014 / 0293
Imitation honeycomb filling. Close-up of a acrylic tubes assembled to mimic the honeycomb structure of bee hives. The honeycomb structure offers great strength to weight ratio

Imitation honeycomb C014 / 0294
Imitation honeycomb. Section of material with a design based on the honeycomb structure of bee hives. This structure gives the material great strength whilst keeping its weight to a minimum

Imitation honeycomb filling C014 / 0291
Imitation honeycomb filling. Close-up of a section through acrylic tubes assembled to mimic the honeycomb structure of bee hives. The honeycomb structure offers great strength to weight ratio

Imitation honeycomb filling C014 / 0292
Imitation honeycomb filling. Close-up of a acrylic tubes assembled to mimic the honeycomb structure of bee hives. The honeycomb structure offers great strength to weight ratio

Imitation honeycomb filling C014 / 0290
Imitation honeycomb filling. Top down view of acrylic tubes assembled to mimic the honeycomb structure of bee hives. The honeycomb structure offers great strength to weight ratio

Imitation skin C014 / 0286
Imitation skin. Close-up of the surface of a latex material designed to mimic the look and feel of human skin. The skin is made by SkinBag and is used for fashion clothing and accessories

Iridescence C014 / 0284
Iridescence. Butterfly with iridescent wings on a surface coated with iridescent material. Iridescence is caused by the tiny microstructures of the surface reflecting light in different ways

Artificial mould C014 / 0281
Artificial mould. Close-up of material designed to resemble mould (fungus). This material is used for decorative flocking effects on material surfaces

Shark skin C014 / 0323
Shark skin. Close-up of the skin of a shark, showing the numerous sharply pointed placoid scales, also known as dermal teeth or denticles, which give the fishs skin the feel of sandpaper

Hook and loop fastener C014 / 0321
Hook and loop fastener. Close-up of a hook and loop fastener showing the hooks (right) clinging to the loops (left). These common fasteners were inspired by the prickly burrs used by some plants to

Shark-skin-inspired antibacterial surface. Close-up of Sharklet an antibacterial material whose surface structure was inspired by the microstructures found on the surface of shark skin

Artificial gecko feet adhesive C014 / 0313
Artificial gecko feet adhesive. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) showing the surface of a material that uses a similar structure to that of a geckos foot

Fabric inspired by pine cones C014 / 0308
Fabric inspired by pine cones. Close-up of the surface of a climate-sensitive fabric that reacts to temperature and humidity in a similar manner to that of pines cones

Hydrophobic paint C014 / 0237
Hydrophobic paint. Close-up of a surface coated in paint that repels water (hydrophobic). This paint has been developed by studying and replicating structures found in nature

Hydrophobic paint C014 / 0236
Hydrophobic paint. Close-up of a surface coated in paint that repels water (hydrophobic). This paint has been developed by studying and replicating structures found in nature

Hounds tongue fruits (Cynoglossum columnae). This plant is a member of the borage family. These are its unripe nutlets which usually occur in groups of four

Robotic dog being worked on by a researcher. This robot is modelled on a greyhound. Instead of traditional electric motors, it uses pneumatic muscle actuator (PMA) technology

Robotic legs. Researcher mimicking the posture of a pair of robotic legs. Instead of traditional electric motors, the legs use pneumatic muscle actuator (PMA) technology

Gecko robot foot
Synthetic gecko toes. Toes from a robot foot designed to mimic (biomimetics) the foot of a gecko. The robot foot is made of a dry adhesive polymer

SpinybotII climbing robot, scaling a wall. This robot has been designed to mimic (biomimetics) the climbing ability of insects and spiders

Robotic arms. Time exposure image of a researcher mimicking the movements of a pair of robotic arms. Instead of traditional electric motors, the arms use pneumatic muscle actuator (PMA) technology

All Professionally Made to Order for Quick Shipping

"Biomimetic: Unlocking Nature's Secrets for Innovation and Sustainability" Nature has always been a source of inspiration for human innovation, and biomimetics is no exception. From the incredible strength of mussel glue threads to the tenacity of barnacle glue, scientists are studying these natural wonders under scanning electron microscopes (SEM) to unlock their secrets. In the realm of robotics, Ecobot III stands out as a self-sustainable marvel. Taking cues from nature's efficient energy systems, this robot mimics the way organisms generate power by harnessing sunlight and converting it into usable energy. But biomimetics goes beyond just functionality; it delves into touch sensitivity too. Meet SCRATCHbot - a robot that emulates our sense of touch using artificial skin. By replicating our tactile abilities, this innovative creation opens up new possibilities in fields like prosthetics and human-robot interaction. Imitation honeycomb structures have also caught researchers' attention due to their remarkable strength-to-weight ratio. With imitation honeycomb fillings C014/0293, C014/0294, C014/0291, C014/0292, and C014/0290 paving the way for lightweight yet sturdy materials in various industries ranging from aerospace to construction. Furthermore, biomimetic materials extend beyond structural applications. Imitation skin C014/0286 offers promising advancements in wound healing technology by imitating natural regenerative processes found in living organisms. The beauty of iridescence found in nature has captivated artists and scientists alike. Through biomimicry techniques like with artificial mold C014/0281 capturing its essence on various surfaces brings us closer to recreating mesmerizing colors seen in butterfly wings or peacock feathers. Biomimetic research holds immense potential not only for technological advancement but also for sustainable solutions inspired by nature itself.