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The Gecko's Foot: Bio-Inspiration: Engineering New Materials from NatureThe cutting edge science of bio inspiration gives way to architectural and product designs that mimic intricate mechanisms found in nature. In Peter Forbes's engaging book we discover that the spiny fruits of the cocklebur inspired the hook and loop fastener known as Velcro; unfolding leaves, insect wings, and space solar panels share similar origami folding patterns; the self cleaning leaves of the sacred lotus plant have spawned a new industry of
The cutting-edge science of bio-inspiration gives way to architectural and product designs that mimic intricate mechanisms found in nature. In Peter Forbes's engaging book we discover that the spiny fruits of the cocklebur inspired the hook-and-loop fastener known as Velcro; unfolding leaves, insect wings, and space solar panels share similar origami folding patterns; the self-cleaning leaves of the sacred lotus plant have spawned a new industry of self-cleaning surfaces; and cantilever bridges have much in common with bison spines.
As we continue to study nature, bio-inspiration will transform our lives and force us to look at the world in a new way.
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
Published: 05/17/2006
ISBN: 9780393337976
Pages: 272
Weight: 0.95lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.66d
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No good
Style: Starter Bundle
Item is no good. Couldn’t even get it to print steady. It was always blurry. I sent it back.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 9, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Great product
Style: Starter Bundle
It works perfectly ,easy to use It is not too slow printing but I would like a faster speed printing , it is very functional for what I am using for
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Reviewed in the United States on January 6, 2026
★★★★★ 4
Great beginner friendly sublimation printer
Style: Starter Bundle
I have had this for a few months now and I will say still getting the hang of sublimation but it was easy to set up. I wish it was compatible with a tablet. I had to use my daughters laptop instead but it was worth every penny. Great entry level sublimation printer!
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Reviewed in the United States on March 11, 2025
★★★★★ 5
Delivery was perfect timing
Style: Starter Bundle
Very happy everything came before the delivery date estimate day!! and everything looks great so far🙌
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Reviewed in the United States on May 30, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Good.
Style: Starter Bundle
I like it for smaller projects. Definitely can only use most poly or for cups and other projects.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 20, 2026
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