Seal whiskers as sensors, Tow Tank Laboratory, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA

https://youtu.be/FE9U0b2fjOA

Seal-whisker-inspired sensing

Published on Oct 13, 2015

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Inspired by the ability of seals to detect flow features and other underwater information through their whiskers, Dr. Heather Beem (PhD ’15) has designed a sensor that could be used by underwater robots to collect data on hydrothermal events or marine life.

"Artificial whisker reveals source of harbor seal’s uncanny prey-sensing ability"
Study finds a whisker’s “slaloming” motion helps seals track and chase prey.

by Jennifer Chu
October 15, 2015