Revolutionary flapping wind turbine mimics hummingbirds to produce clean energy
A new flapping wind turbine from Tunisia marks a revolutionary breakthrough in the field of mechanics. Until recently,...
Biomimicry keeps hope alive despite the new regime
What a year! Such exultant highs and crushing lows. Here we stand, on the brink of a sixth wave of extinction,...
Boeing has developed the lightest metal on earth
Boeing and HRL Laboratories created a metal microlattice that has been awarded the Guinness World Record for the...
Biophilic designer Joe Zazzera discusses the many benefits of indoor moss walls
Everyone loves living walls these days — but not all of us have the time or space to take care of them. What...
Ingenious Chlorella Oxygen Pavilion helps city dwellers breathe clean, unpolluted air using algae
[gallery_extend] Air quality is a serious issue that needs to be addressed as more and more people move...
Are algae-powered oxygen bars on the horizon?
[gallery_extend] While the idea may seem strange at first, these pods could actually be the answer to...
These floating Jellyfish Lodges purify polluted water and air while growing food
[gallery_extend] Janine Hung created the Jellyfish Lodge as a solution to problems plaguing the world's...
Biodesign Competition winners announced - algae takes center stage
When it comes to design, mother nature has a lot to teach us. The field of Biodesign has emerged as an exciting...
These maintenance-free, self-watering plants use biomimicry to flourish indoors
[gallery_extend] The Pikaplant Jar is the perfect accessory for the black-thumbed gardener, as it never...
Biodesign Architecture Competition extends deadline to Sept 6th
Calling all future-forward architects and designers! How can we create buildings that heal themselves, ourselves,...
Designers, get ready for the BioDesign Competition - cash prize of $1000
Calling all future-looking designers and architects! We've got a cool new design competition coming up for you...
Dewpoint fog catcher collects water molecules like cacti
[gallery_extend] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ii_oMviF-b4 (Dewpoint starts at 1.09) Dewpoint is one...
New indestructible bridge design was directly inspired by nature
The job of structural engineers around the world is arguably getting more difficult. Many urban centers are experiencing...
LED Pod Lamp marries nature with modern design for eye-catching ambient lighting
Mother Nature’s designs are the ultimate inspiration. The “Pod Lamp,” which resembles the flower casing of...
Solar-powered Mistbox slashes summer cooling costs
Last year was the hottest on record and this year promises to break that record. This means an upcoming summer...
