Plant mechanics
Plants exhibit a wide range of mechanical properties, engineers find
August 14, 2012
Biological structures may help engineers design new materials.
Also labeled: Bioinspiration, Biology, Cells, Materials science, Nanoscience and nanotechnology, Plants
The tallest tree in the land
July 18, 2011
New model predicts maximum tree height across the United States; gives information about forest density, carbon storage.
Also labeled: Earth and atmospheric sciences, Geology, Plants, Fractal geometry, Meteorology, Tall trees

