Biomimetics, Volume 11, Issue 2

It appears that the frontier of neural engineering is rapidly advancing towards seamless integration between biological neural networks and digital systems [...]

C-type maneuvers (abbreviated as C-turns), a crucial escape response from for carangiform fish, are investigated to elucidate their yaw control mechanism. High-speed photography coupled with image processing was used to quantify the time-varying midl...

Zirconia is a material that mimics human teeth and has been extensively studied and applied. This study investigated the surface modifications of dental zirconia induced by two UV-C wavelengths (222 and 254 nm). A total of 72 zirconia specimens were...

Accurate and timely classification of skin lesions is critical for early cancer detection, yet current deep learning approaches suffer from high computational costs, limited interpretability, and poor transparency for clinical deployment. This study...

The temperature regulation of nonlinear continuous stirred tank reactor (CSTR) processes remains a challenging control problem due to strong nonlinearities, time-delay effects, and sensitivity to disturbances and parameter variations. Conventional pr...

The introduction of calcium-silicate-based sealers has renewed interest in simplified obturation protocols such as the single-cone technique, although warm techniques, including carrier-based obturation, are still considered the gold standard. The ai...

Interactive teleoperation offers an intuitive pathway for human–robot interaction, yet many existing systems rely on dedicated sensors or wearable devices, limiting accessibility and scalability. This paper presents a vision-based teleoperation...

The persistent emergence of infectious diseases has underscored the critical demand for next-generation vaccine technologies that are safe, effective, and scalable. This review explores virus biomimetic delivery systems, focusing on virus-like partic...

This study aimed to quantify horizontal and vertical bone gain using superimposition of preoperative and postoperative cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) in severe alveolar ridge defects treated with a modified guided bone regeneration (GBR) techni...

From Palaeolithic ornaments to modern biomimetics, the use of nacre and shells has evolved. Initially utilised for jewellery and tools, they now inspire the development of advanced materials. This paper reviews the current knowledge on nacre’s...

The NerveRepack project is a European initiative that aims to develop biomimetic exoskeletons/exoprostheses for amputated or paralyzed leg patients that will receive and transmit signals to enable movements and sensations for the patient. To implemen...

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has introduced transformative possibilities in orthodontics by enhancing diagnostic precision, treatment planning, and aesthetic outcomes. In face-driven orthodontics, treatment objectives extend beyond achieving proper o...

Patient-specific lattice implants (PSLIs) and modular porous scaffolds have emerged as promising solutions for treating diaphyseal segmental defects of the femur and tibia, particularly where conventional reconstruction methods fall short. This secon...

Bio-inspired engineering draws on principles refined by natural evolution to tackle persistent challenges in fluid mechanics, structural dynamics, and thermal transport. This article presents a critical, mechanism-driven narrative review that integra...

Particle swarm optimization (PSO) is a widely used bio-inspired optimization algorithm, yet maintaining an effective balance between exploration and exploitation remains challenging. Most existing PSO variants rely on static or predefined regulation...

Electrophysiological studies using brain organoids provide valuable insights into neurological disorders and offer promising opportunities for therapeutic development. Accordingly, conventional two-dimensional microelectrode arrays (MEAs) are commonl...

Human upper-limb movement is produced through the antagonistic action of tendons and is controlled in a joint space-oriented manner. Inspired by this functionality, a fully decoupled tendon-driven humanoid arm (FDTDH-Arm) is proposed, in which joint...

Wall-climbing robots are increasingly required for applications in aerospace, high-altitude operations, and complex environmental monitoring, where they must maintain reliable adhesion and continuous mobility across surfaces with rapidly changing mat...

Many complex engineering problems can be formulated as mathematical optimization tasks, for which bio-inspired metaheuristic algorithms have demonstrated outstanding effectiveness. Drawing inspiration from snake behavior, the Snake Optimizer (SO) alg...

Tessellation-based polyhedral microstructures derived from Voronoi and Laguerre constructions provide a realistic geometric foundation for modeling bioinspired organic–inorganic composites with interfacial fracture. However, even after extensiv...

To tackle the navigation challenge in dynamic and complex environments, this study designs a fusion planning framework that synergistically integrates enhanced A* algorithm with improved DWA, inspired by the biological dual-layer navigation mechanism...

To address the limitations of current prosthetic knees that lack personalized adaptability to users’ gait characteristics and walking speeds, this study proposes a personalized gait parameter prediction–based speed-adaptive control method...

The efficacy of swarm intelligence algorithms in navigating high-dimensional, non-convex landscapes depends on the dynamic balance between global exploration and local exploitation. Drawing inspiration from the intricate social dynamics of Pyrrhura m...

Background: Cryopreservation is a key enabling technology for cell-based therapies and regenerative medicine; however, the toxicity associated with permeating cryoprotective agents such as dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) remains a major limitation, particu...

Exploring the lunar complex and extreme terrain presents formidable challenges for conventional lunar rovers. To address these limitations, this study proposes a novel hexapod jumping hybrid robot that incorporates a “figure-of-eight” (bu...

Hexapod walking robots are a subject of intense research in the existing literature. To move effectively in natural terrain, these robots must be able to adapt to surface irregularities. While most existing designs employ sophisticated technical solu...

Legged robots inspired by animal locomotion require actuators with high power density, fast response, and robust force control, yet traditional valve-controlled hydraulic systems suffer from substantial energy losses and weak regeneration performance...

Humanoid mobile manipulators integrate a humanoid upper body with a mobile platform, forming a highly redundant system capable of performing complex manipulation tasks. To address the redundancy arising from the coordinated motion of the wheeled base...

As a core functional component of the prosthetic system, the prosthetic socket’s adaptability to the residual limb is directly correlated with the prosthetic’s performance, comfort level, and safety profile. Although traditional sockets c...

This first part of a two-part review examines how Computed Tomography(CT)-based, additively manufactured (AM) porous implants are used to reconstruct large segmental defects of the femur and tibia. We focus on lightweight patient-specific lattice imp...

While bionic sawtooth and wave structures effectively reduce aerodynamic noise on fixed airfoils, their efficacy on rotating fans is often limited. Inspired by the protrusion structures of dragonfly wings and the gentle circular arches of manta rays,...

In side-impact collisions, the occupant in the non-impacted far-side position faces a high risk of death and serious injury. However, current research on injury to far-side occupants remains limited. This study utilized 40 real-world side collision c...

Linkage mechanisms with fewer closed loops exhibit limited enveloping angles, whereas multi-loop designs increase complexity, compromise reliability, and introduce structural interference issues. This paper establishes the kinematic general formula o...

This experimental review discusses evolutionarily approved, naturally pre-designed skeletal architectures of marine keratosan sponges in the form of 3D scaffolds, which have garnered increasing interest in the fields of structural and functional biom...

Acknowledging recent breakthroughs in the context of deep bio-inspired neural networks, several architectural deep network options have been deployed to create intelligent systems. The foundations of convolutional neural networks are influenced by hi...

Radar image extrapolation serves as a fundamental methodology in meteorological forecasting, facilitating precise short-term weather prediction through spatiotemporal sequence analysis. Conventional approaches remain constrained by progressive image...

This study presents a novel bio-inspired multi-cell concave tube (BMCT) inspired by the biomimicry of horse tail grass plants. Following the simulation validation, a comprehensive investigation into the crashworthiness of this structure under axial i...

Myriapods achieve remarkable obstacle-crossing capability through inter-segment pitch adjustment and coordinated anterior–posterior propulsion, providing valuable biomimetic inspiration for engineering design. Articulated tracked vehicles, conn...

The blood-brain barrier (BBB) is one of the most selective physiological interfaces in the human body. Transendothelial electrical resistance (TEER) has become a widely adopted quantitative metric for assessing its in vitro structural and functional...

This study addresses the limited adsorption efficiency of traditional vacuum suction cups used in applications such as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and robotic systems. Inspired by the adhesion mechanism of the abalone muscular foot, we propose a...

Modified Spitzy shelf acetabuloplasty is a joint-preserving surgical procedure for acetabular dysplasia that aims to enhance bony coverage of the hip joint. Although prior studies have primarily relied on two-dimensional (2D) radiographic evaluations...

Peri-implantitis is an inflammatory disease caused by bacterial colonization that leads to progressive bone loss around dental implants. Implantoplasty is widely used for biofilm removal; however, it alters the titanium surface, generating particle r...

Bone regeneration in critical-size defects requires biomaterials that provide both structural support and appropriate osteoinductive cues. Natural nacre contains an organic matrix rich in acidic macromolecules with reported osteogenic activity; howev...

With the advancement of task-oriented reinforcement learning (RL), the capability of quadruped robots for motion generation and complex task completion has significantly improved. However, current control strategies require extensive domain expertise...

Continuum robots (CRs) exhibit high compliance and environmental adaptability in confined, tortuous spaces, yet their inherent low stiffness and load capacity limit performance in precise positioning and stable support tasks. To solve the “soft...

The lack of reliable sensory input from prosthetic limbs limits transfemoral amputees’ ability to perceive limb movement without visual monitoring. This study evaluated design parameters of a proposed forearm-based vibrotactile system in a pre-...

The performance of metaheuristic algorithms in solving high-dimensional, non-convex optimization problems is intricately linked to the balance between global exploration and local exploitation. Inspired by biomimetic principles of swarm intelligence,...

This study proposes Enhanced Beaver Behavior Optimizer (EBBO) to overcome the original BBO algorithm’s limitations in handling complex optimization problems. EBBO integrates a three-phase cooperative framework, incorporating adaptive mutation,...

Unsteady atmospheric disturbances significantly compromise the stability of ornithopters, necessitating advanced turbulence-mitigation strategies. In contrast, natural flyers display remarkable aerodynamic adaptability through dynamic flow-control me...

Clear aligners are a popular alternative to fixed orthodontic appliances; however, technical data on the optimal final aligner shell thickness for directly printed aligners remain limited. This in vitro experimental pilot study evaluated the mechanic...