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Review
. 2005 Apr;4(4):277-88.
doi: 10.1038/nmat1339.

Biomimetism and bioinspiration as tools for the design of innovative materials and systems

Clément Sanchez  1 , Hervé Arribart, Marie Madeleine Giraud Guille
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Review

Biomimetism and bioinspiration as tools for the design of innovative materials and systems

Clément Sanchez et al. Nat Mater. 2005 Apr.

Abstract

Materials found in nature combine many inspiring properties such as sophistication, miniaturization, hierarchical organizations, hybridation, resistance and adaptability. Elucidating the basic components and building principles selected by evolution to propose more reliable, efficient and environment-respecting materials requires a multidisciplinary approach.

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