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Team:
Heather Beem
Michael Triantafyllou
Seal-whisker-inspired sensing
Published on Oct 13, 2015
"Artificial whisker reveals source of harbor seal’s uncanny prey-sensing ability"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.
Study finds a whisker’s “slaloming” motion helps seals track and chase prey.
by Jennifer Chu
October 15, 2015
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