PROD 3: Biomimicry

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Biomimicry

The imitation of models, systems and elements of nature to solve human problems.

AIRBUS A380

Aircrafts like the Airbus A380's wings have taken inspiration from the cross section of a bird's wings. Airbus A380 is the largest airliner which is able to carry around 850 passengers at once - 35% more than any other aircrafts. However, due to its size it would need longer wings so it can fly.

Longer wings are not possible as they would not be able to fit on runways, and there are international regulations put in place to restrict the size of aircrafts to avoid collisions at airports.

To explain the problem fully, we must first look at the principle of flight. As air hits the front of the wing it splits. Air travels at a faster speed over the top of the wing, creating an area of lower pressure. On the underside of the wing, air travels at a slower speed, thus there is higher

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