massachusetts institute of technology

Biomimetics

Here comes the sun
Here comes the sun
January 11, 2012
A new sunflower-inspired pattern increases concentrated solar efficiency.
Also labeled: Computation, Computer modeling, Energy, International relations and collaborations, Mechanical engineering, Thermoelectricity, Solar
A plane that lands like a bird
A plane that lands like a bird
July 20, 2010
An innovative control system allows a foam glider to touch down on a perch or a wire like a pet parakeet.
Also labeled: Actuators, Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL), Computer science and technology, Control theory, Electrical engineering and electronics, Innovation and inventions, Artificial intelligence, Robust control, Underactuated robots
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