Deep Look: Porcupines Give You 30,000 Reasons to Back Off
Discussion
Biomimicry is an approach to solve human challenges by drawing inspiration from nature. Porcupine quills have influenced designs to create a less damaging surgical staple. Why do human designers look to nature for inspiration?
Make & Share
Many innovations have been inspired by nature. Think about a small challenge that exists in your life. Imagine a solution to this challenge that is inspired by nature. Record an audio or video piece describing the challenge, your natural inspiration, and the solution you thought up.
Activity
3 Schools
6 Responses
1 Make & Shares
2 Citations
Getting Started
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Code of Conduct
Be a good ambassador for your school and community.
Welcome perspectives different from your own.
Be positive and assume positive intent by others.
Respond thoughtfully using evidence and cite your sources.
Use respectful language at all times.