Beyond biomimicry: Next-generation applications of bioinspired materials from microfluidics to composites
IEEE Sensors Council Chapter Invited Talk
For over 20 years, bio-inspired materials have been explored for diverse applications, including climbing robots, pick-and-place systems, skin adhesives, and space technologies. Research has advanced an understanding of nature’s nanotechnology and its artificial adaptations in areas like gecko adhesives and structural colour. However, the commercial success of these materials has not matched products like Velcro. This talk explores areas where bio-inspired materials could have a greater impact, focusing on revolutionary applications rather than material or geometry optimization. Three key areas are highlighted: microfluidics, soft robotics, and composites with tunable shape, stiffness and emissivity.
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- Date: 27 Mar 2025
- Time: 10:00 PM UTC to 11:00 PM UTC
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- 8888 University Drive
- SFU - Burnaby
- Burnaby, British Columbia
- Canada V5A 1S6
- Building: Applied Sciences Building
- Room Number: Room ASB 10704
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- Starts 08 March 2025 08:00 AM UTC
- Ends 27 March 2025 07:00 AM UTC
- No Admission Charge
Speakers
Dan Sameoto of University of Alberta
Biography:
Dan Sameoto is a Professor in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Alberta and leader of the Innovations in Manufacturing, Polymers, and Advanced Composite Technologies (IMPACT) lab. He completed his Bachelor and Masters degrees in mechanical engineering at Dalhousie University and his PhD in engineering science at Simon Fraser University. His research focuses on novel manufacturing methods and products using polymers from the nano to the macroscale.