Science
Biomimicry in Design
There is a set of trends in the 21st century regarding urban design, product design, and organizational studies. One of these trends is the act of biomimicry. Biomimicry is a design philosophy or perspective that mimics design patterns in nature. Products inspired by biomimicry are ecologically sound in design, production, and distribution processes, as well as solve human problems. Products reflecting biomimcry do not simply mimic the models, systems, processes, systems, and elements of nature for inspiration. These products mimic nature not only in design, but also in function as products of biomimicry solve problems. The design of nature avoids, anticipates, and solves problems. Thus the products inspired by nature do not mimic nature on a superficial level but on deeper levels of utility and sustainability. This paper will focus upon products that biomimic sharks. Using primary and secondary sources, the paper will evaluate the efficacy and adherence of such products to the principles and philosophy of biomimicry.
Biomimicry looks at a nature in specific ways. From an article in The Guardian, Purt writes that
Biomimicry is a new science that aims to use nature's best ideas and adapt them for human use. The environment has developed many of the world's most phenomenal masterpieces such as photosynthesis, self-sustaining eco-systems and natural selection, so how can humans copy these designs and manufacturing systems to solve some of today's biggest challenges? (Purt, 2011, Guardian.co.uk)
Biomimicry looks to nature as a mentor, a model, and a muse. This paper examines at how the skin of sharks' inspires professional in various fields, including retail.
Biomimicry is just as much a science as a design framework. This is an aspect of biomimicry...
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