Mattheck, Claus

Design in nature.

Learning from the trees.

Berlin/ Heidelberg

2004

978-3-540-62937-5

978-3-642-58747-4

This book is dedicated to the understanding if biomechanical optimization of shape, and not only that: With the knowledge of these perfect processes of self-optimization in nature, tecnhiques for the improvement of mechanical structural members could be developed. Industry already uses them. Nature shows us the way to eco-design, to machines in accordance with natures' laws governing structures and shapes.

10.1007/978-3-642-58747-4