Bionics
Bionics
Bionics (pronunciation: /baɪˈɒnɪks/) is a field that merges biology and electronics to create products or systems modelled on living organisms. The term was coined in 1958 by U.S. Air Force researcher Jack E. Steele, who was working at the time on an initiative to develop innovative technologies for aerospace applications.
Etymology
The term "bionics" was derived from the words "biology" and "electronics". It was first used by Jack E. Steele in 1958 during a meeting at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Ohio, United States. The term was coined to describe the study and development of systems that function like living organisms or parts of living organisms.
Related Terms
- Biomechanics: The study of the structure and function of biological systems as models for the design and engineering of materials and machines.
- Biomedical Engineering: The application of engineering principles and design concepts to medicine and biology for healthcare purposes.
- Prosthetics: A branch of medicine that deals with the design, fabrication, fitting and application of artificial body parts.
- Cybernetics: The study of communication and control systems in living organisms and machines.
Applications
Bionics has been applied in various fields such as medicine, engineering, and computer science. In medicine, bionics has led to the development of artificial organs such as the heart and kidneys. In engineering, it has led to the creation of more efficient machines based on biological models. In computer science, bionics has been used to develop algorithms and software based on the functioning of the human brain.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Bionics
- Wikipedia's article - Bionics
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