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Editorial Board Members' Collection Series: Biomimetic Design, Constructions and Devices in Times of Change

A special issue of Biomimetics (ISSN 2313-7673). This special issue belongs to the section "Biomimetic Design, Constructions and Devices".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (15 October 2023) | Viewed by 13289

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Dr. Ille C. Gebeshuber

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Institute of Applied Physics (IAP), Vienna University of Technology (TU Wien), Wiedner Hauptstrasse 8-10/134, 1040 Vienna, Austria
Interests: tribology; nanotribology; green technology; positive technologies; systems approaches; complex systems
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Dr. Antonio Concilio

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Department of Adaptive Structures, Centro Italiano Ricerche Aerospaziali, 81043 Capua, CE, Italy
Interests: adaptive structures; smart structures; morphing; structural health monitoring; integrated vehicle health monitoring; vibroacoustic control
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Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

We are pleased to announce a new Collection titled “Editorial Board Members' Collection Series: Biomimetic Design, Constructions and Devices in Times of Change”, which will collect papers invited by the Editorial Board Members.

The aim of this Collection is to provide a venue for networking and communication between the Biomimetics journal and scholars in the field of biomimetic design, constructions, devices, and operations. All papers will be published in open access following peer review. Since we currently live in a time of multiple crises (species extinction, climate change, pandemic, social issues, energy supply problems, etc.), we suggest addressing the topic of the SI along the lines of grand challenges, and of inspiration and solutions in times of crises.

In addition, the journal welcomes contributions from the natural sciences as well as thinkers from the humanities fields.

Prof. Dr. Ille C. Gebeshuber
Dr. Antonio Concilio
Guest Editors

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Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a single-blind peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Biomimetics is an international peer-reviewed open access monthly journal published by MDPI.

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Editorial Board Members’ Collection Series: Biomimetic Design, Constructions and Devices in Times of Change I
by Ille C. Gebeshuber
Biomimetics 2024, 9(10), 614; https://doi.org/10.3390/biomimetics9100614 - 10 Oct 2024
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In light of recent global crises, including climate change, species extinction, the COVID-19 pandemic, social upheavals and energy supply challenges, this Special Issue of Biomimetics, entitled “Editorial Board Members’ Collection Series: Biomimetic Design, Constructions and Devices in Times of Change”, aims to [...] Read more.
In light of recent global crises, including climate change, species extinction, the COVID-19 pandemic, social upheavals and energy supply challenges, this Special Issue of Biomimetics, entitled “Editorial Board Members’ Collection Series: Biomimetic Design, Constructions and Devices in Times of Change”, aims to explore innovative solutions through biomimetics. This collection features research on various biomimetic applications, such as the peptide-based detection of SARS-CoV-2 antibodies, ergonomic improvements for prolonged sitting, biomimicry industry trends, prosthetic foot functionality and agricultural machinery efficiency. The methods employed include peptide synthesis for diagnostics, simulation software for ergonomic designs, patent analysis for biomimicry trends and engineering discrete element methods for agricultural applications. The findings highlight significant advancements in health diagnostics, ergonomic safety, technological development, prosthetics and sustainable agriculture. The research underscores the potential of biomimetic approaches to address contemporary challenges by leveraging nature-inspired designs and processes. These insights contribute to a broader understanding of how biomimetic principles can lead to adaptive and sustainable solutions in times of change, promoting resilience and innovation across various fields. Full article
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Simulation and Structural Analysis of a Flexible Coupling Bionic Desorption Mechanism Based on the Engineering Discrete Element Method
by Jinguang Li, Hongyan Qi, Yunhai Ma, Peng Gao and Baoguang Wu
Biomimetics 2024, 9(4), 224; https://doi.org/10.3390/biomimetics9040224 - 8 Apr 2024
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Soil adhesion is one of the important factors affecting the working stability and quality of agricultural machinery. The application of bionic non-smooth surfaces provides a novel idea for soil anti-adhesion. The parameters of sandy loam with 21% moisture content were calibrated by the [...] Read more.
Soil adhesion is one of the important factors affecting the working stability and quality of agricultural machinery. The application of bionic non-smooth surfaces provides a novel idea for soil anti-adhesion. The parameters of sandy loam with 21% moisture content were calibrated by the Engineering Discrete Element Method (EDEM). The final simulated soil repose angle was highly consistent with the measured soil repose angle, and the obtained regression equation of the soil repose angle provides a numerical reference for the parameter calibration of different soils. By simulating the sinusoidal swing of a sandfish, it was found that the contact interface shows the phenomenon of stress concentration and periodic change, which reflects the effectiveness of flexible desorption and soil anti-adhesion. The moving resistance of the wedge with different wedge angles and different serrated structures was simulated. Finally, it was found that a 40° wedge with a high-tail sparse staggered serrated structure on the surface has the best drag reduction effect, and the drag reduction is about 10.73%. Full article
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The Moment Criterion of Anthropomorphicity of Prosthetic Feet as a Potential Predictor of Their Functionality for Transtibial Amputees
by Mark Pitkin
Biomimetics 2023, 8(8), 572; https://doi.org/10.3390/biomimetics8080572 - 28 Nov 2023
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The purpose of this paper is to discuss a new quantitative mechanical parameter of prosthetic feet called the Index of Anthropomorphicity (IA), which has the potential to be adopted as an objective predictor of their functionality. The objectives are to present [...] Read more.
The purpose of this paper is to discuss a new quantitative mechanical parameter of prosthetic feet called the Index of Anthropomorphicity (IA), which has the potential to be adopted as an objective predictor of their functionality. The objectives are to present the research findings supporting the introduction of IA and unify previous results into a coherent theory. The IA is founded on the moment criterion of the anthropomorphicity of prosthetic feet. The term “anthropomorphicity” is defined for this application. Studies with a small number of human subjects and prostheses have shown that the value of the parameter is positively correlated with patient comfort and with the restoration of certain normal gait characteristics. Confirmatory studies with controlled human trials and mechanical tests with a wider selection of prosthesis types can give prosthesis manufacturers a new criterion to follow in the design process, and prosthetists may use the IA for selecting more suitable prostheses for a patient’s comfort and health. Full article
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Biomimicry Industry and Patent Trends
by Haejin Bae
Biomimetics 2023, 8(3), 288; https://doi.org/10.3390/biomimetics8030288 - 3 Jul 2023
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This study examines the current technological level and industrial/technical trends in the field of biomimicry technology, as well as recent technological and research and development trends. Patent analysis was conducted, focusing on technology that uses design elements and biological/ecological characteristics to provide solutions [...] Read more.
This study examines the current technological level and industrial/technical trends in the field of biomimicry technology, as well as recent technological and research and development trends. Patent analysis was conducted, focusing on technology that uses design elements and biological/ecological characteristics to provide solutions to technological problems. The technological scope of the analysis included the field of technologies and materials that apply to the conditions found in ecology, as well as robot machines and devices designed to mimic certain animals and ecological elements. The search for patents was conducted in Korea, the United States, Japan, and Europe from 1975 to 2021, resulting in a total of 8278 raw data cases, from which 940 valid patents were selected. The percentage of patent document and the status of both domestic and foreign applicants varied among the countries of Korea, the United States, Japan, and Europe. Based on the results of the patent analysis, it was found that biomimicry technology is in a growth phase that is expected to continue in the future and that Korea and the United States are leading the development of this technology. Full article
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Designing and Simulation Assessment of a Chair Attachment Air Blowing Methods to Enhance the Safety of Prolonged Sitting
by Mahmoud Z. Mistarihi, Ammar A. Al-Omari and Abdullah F. Al-Dwairi
Biomimetics 2023, 8(2), 194; https://doi.org/10.3390/biomimetics8020194 - 8 May 2023
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Musculoskeletal disorders and the stagnation of sitting are among the side effects of excessive sitting in awkward sitting positions. In this study, a developed chair attachment cushion design with an optimal air blowing technique is proposed to eliminate the negative side effects of [...] Read more.
Musculoskeletal disorders and the stagnation of sitting are among the side effects of excessive sitting in awkward sitting positions. In this study, a developed chair attachment cushion design with an optimal air blowing technique is proposed to eliminate the negative side effects of prolonged sitting. Instantaneously reducing the contact area between the chair and its occupant is the fundamental goal of the proposed design. The fuzzy multi-criteria decision-making approaches represented by FAHP and FTOPSIS were integrated to evaluate and select the optimal proposed design. An ergonomic and biomechanics assessment of the occupant’s seating position while employing the novel safety cushion design was validated using simulation software (CATIA). Sensitivity analysis was also used to confirm the design’s robustness. Results show that the manual blowing system using an accordion blower was the optimal design concept based on the selected evaluation criteria. In fact, the proposed design provides an acceptable RULA index value for the examined sitting postures and performed very safely in the biomechanics single action analysis. Full article
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A Novel Peptide-Based Detection of SARS-CoV-2 Antibodies
by Aliye Bulut, Betul Z. Temur, Ceyhun E. Kirimli, Ozgul Gok, Bertan K. Balcioglu, Hasan U. Ozturk, Neval Y. Uyar, Zeynep Kanlidere, Tanil Kocagoz and Ozge Can
Biomimetics 2023, 8(1), 89; https://doi.org/10.3390/biomimetics8010089 - 22 Feb 2023
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The need for rapidly developed diagnostic tests has gained significant attention after the recent pandemic. Production of neutralizing antibodies for vaccine development or antibodies to be used in diagnostic tests usually require the usage of recombinant proteins representing the infectious agent. However, peptides [...] Read more.
The need for rapidly developed diagnostic tests has gained significant attention after the recent pandemic. Production of neutralizing antibodies for vaccine development or antibodies to be used in diagnostic tests usually require the usage of recombinant proteins representing the infectious agent. However, peptides that can mimic these recombinant proteins may be rapidly utilized, especially in emergencies such as the recent outbreak. Here, we report two peptides that mimic the receptor binding domain of the spike protein of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) and investigate their binding behavior against the corresponding human immunoglobulin G and immunoglobulin M (IgG and IgM) antibodies in a clinical sample using a quartz crystal microbalance (QCM) sensor. These peptides were immobilized on a QCM sensor surface, and their binding behavior was studied against a clinical serum sample that was previously determined to be IgG and IgM-positive. It was determined that designed peptides bind to SARS-CoV-2 antibodies in a clinical sample. These peptides might be useful for the detection of SARS-CoV-2 antibodies using different methods such as enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) or lateral flow assays. A similar platform might prove to be useful for the detection and development of antibodies in other infections. Full article
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