Wednesday, January 13, 2010

A Look at Nature: Biomimicry for Schematic Design

Cordyceps
Parasitic fungi, which manipulate the behavior of their host in order to increase their own chances of reproducing.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XuKjBIBBAL8


















Kelp
Kelp are large seaweeds (algae). Kelp grows in underwater "forests" (kelp forests) in shallow oceans and are known for their high growth rate: half a meter a day reaching 30-80 meters.










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