Super Imitation [Chinese]

By Christy Hale

This captivating picture book introduces 15 biomimetic design and invention projects from around the world. The lotus leaf inspired the invention of the umbrella, the dragonfly inspired the modern helicopter, the cat's eye inspired road reflective signs, the bullet train design was inspired by the kingfisher, and the robotic arm design was inspired by the octopus... Nature is full of wisdom, inspiring human design and invention. Using simple and lively poetic language, along with illustrations of plants, animals, and their habitats, and photographs of various creative design projects, this book demonstrates how nature inspires people to create amazing new products, processes, and technologies, thereby solving various real-world problems and improving our lives and environment.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: Chinese
• ISBN: 755968503X
• ISBN13: 9787559685032
• Release Date: February 2026
• Publisher: Bei Jing Lian He Chu Ban Gong Si