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=Biomimicry =
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//Self-cleaning paint// - Using the natural design structure of lotus leaves, engineers have created a type of paint that is self cleaning. The leaves are designed to repel dirt and dust. Water (which comes in the form of rain) is the only element necessary to clean the surface of the self-cleaning paint.
 * Look over examples of her biomimetic principles applied to products in the slideshow located at [] and write a short, one paragraph synopsis for each of your three favourite product designs.**

//Natural glue// - Using the natural features of mussels, scientists have created a type of glue that creates no toxins. This glue is able to hold onto many types of surfaces and is most useful in carpentry. There is also another type of adhesive based on the soles of gecko feet.

//Antibiotics// - Instead of killing bacteria with traditional methods (like penicillin), scientists have created a new method. This method is based on jamming the communication signals and is found on the film on seaweed. Bacteria cannot become resistant to this type of antibiotic.