NIOB | 2012 | Bionics | Bimetallic Coin

Nature as a model

The value side of the powerful pink coin shows some examples of bionics: the technology that takes nature as its model. The other side shows different applications of the combination of biology and technology in architecture across the entire surface.

The value side:
The value side of the powerful pink coin shows some examples of bionics: the technology that takes nature as its model. One of these is the lotus effect. It refers to the low wettability of a surface, as can be observed on the lotus plant: Water rolls off in drops, taking dirt particles with it. The "riblet effect" is also well known: sharks are among the fastest swimmers in the sea because the ribbed structure of their scales reduces flow resistance. Scientists use this effect to optimize the aerodynamics of aircraft and vehicles.

The picture side:
The other side shows different applications of the combination of biology and technology in architecture across the entire surface. The shape of the radiolaria, the radiated animal, which is shown on the left side, inspired above all the architect Antoni Gaudì to his spectacular buildings. On the right side you can see a roof that was built after the discoveries of bionics.

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