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Living Machines
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Biomimetics is the development of novel technologies through the distillation of principles from the study of biological systems. Biohybrid systems are formed by at least one biological component—an already existing living system—and at least one artificial, newly engineered component. The development of either biomimetic or biohybrid systems requires a deep understanding of the operation of living systems, and the two fields are united under the theme of “living machines”—the idea that we can construct artifacts that not only mimic life but share some of the same fundamental principles. This chapter sets out the philosophy and history underlying this Living Machines approach and sets the scene for the remainder of this book.
Title: Living Machines
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Biomimetics is the development of novel technologies through the distillation of principles from the study of biological systems.
Biohybrid systems are formed by at least one biological component—an already existing living system—and at least one artificial, newly engineered component.
The development of either biomimetic or biohybrid systems requires a deep understanding of the operation of living systems, and the two fields are united under the theme of “living machines”—the idea that we can construct artifacts that not only mimic life but share some of the same fundamental principles.
This chapter sets out the philosophy and history underlying this Living Machines approach and sets the scene for the remainder of this book.
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