NIOB | 2012 | Bionics | Bimetal coin

Nature as a role 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 various 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. This includes the lotus effect. It refers to the low wettability of a surface, as can be observed on the lotus plant: Water rolls off in droplets, 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 are using this effect to optimize the aerodynamics of aircraft and vehicles.

The picture side:
The other side shows various applications of the combination of biology and technology in architecture across the entire surface. The shape of the radiolaria, the radiolarian animal depicted on the left-hand side, inspired the architect Antoni Gaudì in particular to create his spectacular buildings. On the right-hand side, you can see a roof that was built based on the discoveries of bionics.

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