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Machines Imitating Nature
From the Series Lightning Bolt Books ® — Imitating Nature
People use machinery in their lives every day. But how do we make machinery more efficient? Biomimicry is helping engineers design better robots and machinery. Discover how natural inspirations from manta rays to cockroaches are reshaping robotics, saving lives, and creating sustainable energy.
From bullet trains to bandages, learn how biology is inspiring new and improved inventions in the Imitating Nature series—part of the Lightning Bolt Books® collection. With bright designs, eye-catching photos, and lively text, Lightning Bolt Books® bring nonfiction topics to life.
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978-1-7284-0419-6
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$21.99 | |
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978-1-7284-2359-3
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$9.99 | |
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978-1-7284-3482-7
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$32.99 |
| Interest Level | Grade 1 - Grade 3 |
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| Reading Level | Grade 2 |
| Genre | Science |
| Category | 5 Kinds of Nonfiction, 5KN: Traditional Nonfiction, STEM, STEM: Engineering |
| Copyright | 2022 |
| Publisher | Lerner Publishing Group |
| Brand | Lightning Bolt Books ® |
| Imprint | Lerner Publications ™ |
| Language | English |
| Number of Pages | 24 |
| Publication Date | 2021-08-01 |
Author: Walt Brody
Walt Brody writes nonfiction books for children, covering topics from science to mythology. He lives in Minnesota.
Reviews
Booklist
“[I]ntroduces the concept of biomimicry to primary-grade readers by spotlighting how certain animals have inspired different inventions in STEM fields.”—Booklist
