How Is a Turbine Like a Whale Fin?: Machines Imitating Nature

By Walt Brody

People use machinery in their lives every day. But how do we make machinery more efficient? Biomimicry is helping engineers design better robots and machinery. Discover how natural inspirations from manta rays to cockroaches are reshaping robotics, saving lives, and creating sustainable energy.

From bullet trains to bandages, learn how biology is inspiring new and improved inventions in the Imitating Nature series--part of the Lightning Bolt Books(R) collection. With bright designs, eye-catching photos, and lively text, Lightning Bolt Books(R) bring nonfiction topics to life.

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1728404193
• ISBN13: 9781728404196
• Release Date: August 2021
• Publisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)
• Length: 24 Pages
• Weight: 0.61 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 7.8" x 10.3"
• Age Range: 6 to 9 years
• Grade Range: Grades 1 to 4