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2012-2013 SDSM&T Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

BME 746 Biomimetics

Credits: (3-0) 3

This course will survey recent research at the intersection of biology and mechanical/structural engineering, in particular, applications where nature’s design philosophies are applied in human-engineered structures. Multi-functional materials, hierarchical design, adaptive materials within closed loop systems, self- healing of natural structures, with a view to self-healing human engineered structures. Applications in aerospace and rehabilitation engineering.


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