Mantis Shrimp. (p@ragon) A new study reveals the secrets behind the strength of the mantis shrimp’s claw at the molecular level. It turns out this appendage is ideally adapted to deliver punishing blow after punishing blow without breaking. These adaptations are already inspiring researchers to engineer biology-mimicking materials that could inspire everything from better boat propellers to safer body armor.

Mantis Shrimp. (p@ragon)

A new study reveals the secrets behind the strength of the mantis shrimp’s claw at the molecular level. It turns out this appendage is ideally adapted to deliver punishing blow after punishing blow without breaking. These adaptations are already inspiring researchers to engineer biology-mimicking materials that could inspire everything from better boat propellers to safer body armor.


Jun 11th 2012 · 433 notes · Tags: #Mantis Shrimp #Crustacean #Peacock Mantis Shrimp #Ocean #Underwater #Animals #Science
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    Ever. From now on, ‘shrimp’ is no longer an insult. This thing kicks serious butt! With claws that move at
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