Humans are indeed the most dominant species on Earth. They could reach an evolutionary stage of biology and intelligence that was extraordinarily advanced in comparison to other organisms. One of the things that humans can create to support their lives is technology.
Well, it turns out, some of the man-made technology is inspired by the natural abilities possessed by animals, you know. Are you curious? Come on, listen to the article!
1. Underwater sonar
Did you know that ships, submarines and underwater military equipment are usually equipped with advanced technology in the form of sonar? Yes, sonar is a navigation technique by transmitting sound to the surrounding creeping objects. Well, the United States has equipped its combat fleet with sonar since World War I.
In fact, this sonar technology was inspired by the natural abilities of the dolphin species, writes in Science Daily. Usually, marine mammals such as dolphins often use special sonar to communicate and become a support in their navigation under the sea. Apart from dolphins, whale mammals also often use sonar for underwater navigation.
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2. Soundproof technology
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Owls are the only bird species capable of flight without sound. Yes, this ability will help them in hunting prey silently and even barely detected. The secret is in the design of the feathers on the body and wings. Meanwhile, the design of the feathers on the owl is able to break up the air and flow it back without a hitch.
This ability is used as inspiration for humans in creating soundproof technology. This technology is widely applied in many instruments, such as soundproof rooms or special coatings that can block sound at certain frequencies. You must have been in a soundproof room like a cinema, right?
One more thing, the ability to fly voiceless owls will also be applied to modern aviation in the future, especially in the military field. Currently, there are many drone military (drone) capable of flying almost silently. This ability makes military instruments quiet and difficult for enemies to detect.
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3. Asexual and its likeness to cloning
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Scientists need in-depth study, research, and research to carry out a clone. There are many complex combinations in the DNA and genetic strands of biological organisms that cannot be deciphered in a short time. However, some animal species can clone effortlessly, and even their abilities provide inspiration to many scientists.
Reported Sciencing, animals, such as frogs, starfish, Komodo dragons, flatworms, and microorganisms, such as amoebae and bacteria, have the natural asexual or cloning ability to reproduce. Of course, their ability has become the subject of research for many scientists in the world, including in cloning technology.
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4. Migration capabilities similar to GPS navigation systems
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A journal published in Journal of Experimental Biology reviewed that the ability of animal migration, especially birds, is partially a mystery. However, scientists believe that migratory birds are capable of detecting something at their destination, such as the Earth’s magnetic field.
The navigation system in bird migration routes is still the subject of in-depth research for many animal experts. However, at least the compass technology and how GPS works are inspired by the ability of animals to create their own navigation systems. Not only birds, several species, such as foxes, cats, dogs and bears, are also believed to have natural navigation abilities.
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5. The lift in the bird applied to the wing of the airplane
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The similarity between birds and airplanes is that they both have lift to stay in the air. In fact, birds also have the ability to take off accurately like an airplane Nature. The way of flying in birds has long inspired scientists and aeronautical engineers to create aerodynamics for airplane wings.
Lift in birds occurs when air flows through the wings. With a flapping and wingspan that is wide enough, the air will be pushed downwards and will lift the bird to a certain height. To maintain cruising altitude, it is sufficient for a bird to hold the front of its wing so that air is able to flow steadily down the underside of the wing.
Well, almost the same way is also applied to airplane wings. The lift of an airplane is influenced by the wings which can make the air pressure at the top of the wing smaller than at the bottom of the wing. The lift caused by the difference in air pressure is what keeps the aircraft in the air.
Well, right? There are many animals that can inspire humans in making the technology. Hopefully this article can add to your insight and knowledge, yes!
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