A Symbiotic Philosophy for Bio-Inspired Robotics

Explore a thought-provoking seminar presentation by University of Michigan's Assistant Professor Talia Y. Moore that delves into the fascinating intersection of biology and robotics. Learn about different approaches to bio-inspired design, including biomimicry, bioinspiration, and biodesign, through a proposed taxonomy that clarifies their distinct methodologies. Discover the emerging field of Animal-Robot Interactions and understand how drawing inspiration from nature can simultaneously advance both biological research and robotics engineering. Gain insights into practical examples from the speaker's research that demonstrate how these various bio-inspired approaches can be effectively implemented in real-world applications.