biomimetics

noun
UK: /ˌbaɪ.oʊ.mɪˈmet.ɪks/
US: /ˌbaɪ.oʊ.mɪˈmet.ɪks/

  1. The design and production of materials, structures, and systems that are inspired by biological entities and processes.

    1. Biomimetics helps in creating new technologies using nature's ideas. [ ] [ ]
    2. The field of biomimetics explores nature's solutions to solve complex engineering challenges. [ ] [ ]

  2. The study of the structure and function of biological systems as models for the design and engineering of materials and machines.

    1. Biomimetics uses nature's designs to improve our own innovations. [ ] [ ]
    2. Researchers are increasingly turning to biomimetics to develop more sustainable and efficient technologies. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

biomimicry
biomimetics adjective

  1. Relating to or employing the principles of biomimetics.

    1. This is a biomimetics approach to building design. [ ] [ ]
    2. The biomimetics design of the robot allowed it to move smoothly across rough terrain. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "biomimetics" in English means: The design and production of materials, structures, and systems that are inspired by biological entities and processes., The study of the structure and function of biological systems as models for the design and engineering of materials and machines..

The phonetic transcription of "biomimetics" is /ˌbaɪ.oʊ.mɪˈmet.ɪks/ in British English and /ˌbaɪ.oʊ.mɪˈmet.ɪks/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "biomimetics": biomimicry.

Example usage of "biomimetics": "Biomimetics helps in creating new technologies using nature's ideas.". More examples on the page.