Towards a biomimetic gyroscope inspired by the fly's haltere using microelectromechanical systems technology

Towards a biomimetic gyroscope inspired by the fly's haltere using microelectromechanical systems technology.

Flies use so-called halteres to sense body rotation based on Coriolis forces for supporting equilibrium reflexes. Inspired by these halteres, a biomimetic gimbal-suspended gyroscope has been developed using microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) technology. Design rules for this type of gyroscope are derived, in which the haltere-inspired MEMS gyroscope is geared towards a large measurement band...

biomimetic auditorium design inspired by seashells

abstract nature has developed materials, objects and processes that function from the macro scale to the nano scale. the understanding of the functions provided by objects and processes found in nature can guide us to imitate and produce appropriate architectural forms. biomimicry is a science that derives inspiration for solutions to human problems through the study of natural designs, systems...

Microchip Oscillators and Clocks Using Microelectromechanical Systems (MEMS) Technology

MEMS-based timing devices offer high reliability (including AEC-Q100 certification for automotive use), extended operating temperatures, small size, and low power consumption. Video surveillance, automotive ADAS, general industrial applications, and data transmission to 10 Gbps are prime areas of usage today. The next milestone will be next-generation MEMS resonators that achieve very low phase...

Liquid Encapsulation Technology for Microelectromechanical Systems

Microelectromechanical Systems ( MEMS ) Technology Integration Into Microspacecraft

The need to significantly reduce the mass, power, and volume of future scientific spacecraft has resulted in an incrcascd interest on the part of NASA in the relatively new technology of rnicroelectrornechanical systems (IW31S). In addition to being light, compact and low-power-consuming, MEMS technology offers other advantages to space applications. Chief among these are robust performance wit...