Since the concept of biomimetics was first developed in 1950, the practical applications of biomimetic materials have created a revolution from biotechnology to medicine and most industrial domains, and are the future of commercial work in nearly all fields.
Table of ContentsPreface
1. Biomimetic OpticsPriya Karmakar, Kripasindhu Karmakar, Sk. Mehebub Rahaman, Sandip Kundu, Subhendu Dhibar, Ujjwal Mandal and Bidyut Saha
1.1 Introduction
1.2 What is Biomimicry?
1.3 Step-by-Step Approach for Designing Biomimetic Optical Materials From Bioorganisms
1.3.1 Optical Structure Analysis in Biology
1.3.2 The Analysis of Optical Characteristics in Biological Materials
1.3.3 Optical Biomimetic Materials Fabrication Strategies
1.4 Biological Visual Systems—Animal and Human
1.4.1 Simple Eyes
1.4.2 Compound Eyes
1.4.2.1 Appositional Compound Eyes
1.4.2.2 Superpositional Compound Eyes
1.5. The Eye’s Optical and Neural Components
1.5.1 Cornea
1.5.2 Pupils
1.5.3 Lens
1.5.4 Retina
1.6 Application of Biomimetic Optics
1.6.1 Hybrid Optical Components are Meant to Resemble the Optical System of the Eye
1.6.2 Microlens With a Dual-Facet Design
1.6.3 Fiber Optics in Nature
1.6.4 Bioinspired Optical Device
1.6.4.1 Tunable Lenses Inspired by Nature
1.6.4.2 X-Ray Telescope
1.6.4.3 Bioinspired Sensors
1.7 Conclusion
References
2. Mimicry at the Material–Cell InterfaceRajiv Kumar and Neelam Chhillar
2.1 Cell and Material Interfaces
2.2 Host-Microbe Interactions and Interface Mimicry
2.3 Alterations in Characteristics and Mimicking of Extracellular Matrix
2.4 Mimicry, Manipulations, and Cell Behavior
2.5 Single-Cell Transcriptomics and Involution Mimicry
2.6 Molecular Mimicry and Disturbed Immune Surveillance
2.7 Surface Chemistry, and Cell–Material Interface
2.8 Cell Biology and Surface Topography
2.9 3D Extracellular Matrix Mimics and Materials Chemistry
2.10 Microbe Interactions and Interface Mimicry
2.11 Hijacking of the Host Interactome, and Imperfect Mimicry
2.12 Vasculogenic Mimicry and Tumor Angiogenesis
References
3. Bacteriocins of Lactic Acid Bacteria as a Potential Antimicrobial PeptideAjay Kumar, Rohit Ruhal and Rashmi Kataria
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Bacteriocins
3.3 Lactic Acid Bacteria
3.4 Classification of LAB Bacteriocins
3.4.1 Class I Bacteriocins or Lantibiotics
3.4.1.1 Class Ia
3.4.1.2 Class Ib
3.4.1.3 Class Ic or Antibiotics
3.4.1.4 Class Id
3.4.1.5 Class Ie
3.4.1.6 Class If
3.4.2 Class II Bacteriocins
3.4.3 Class III Bacteriocins
3.5 Mechanisms of LAB Bacteriocins to Inactivate Microbial Growth
3.5.1 Action on Cell Wall Synthesis
3.5.1.1 Pore Formation
3.5.1.2 Inhibition of Peptidoglycan Synthesis
3.5.2 Obstruction in Replication and Transcription
3.5.3 Inhibition in Protein Synthesis
3.5.4 Disruption of Membrane Structure
3.5.5 Disruption in Septum Formation
3.6 Antimicrobial Properties of LAB Bacteriocins
3.6.1 Antiviral Activity
3.6.2 Antibacterial Properties
3.6.3 Antifungal Activity
3.7 Applications
3.7.1 Bacteriocins in Packaging Film
3.7.2 Potential Use as Biopreservatives
3.7.3 Bacteriocins as Antibiofilm
3.7.4 Applications in Foods Industries
3.8 Conclusion
Acknowledgment
References
4. A Review on Emergence of a Nature-Inspired Polymer-Polydopamine in BiomedicineLakshmi Nidhi Rao, Arun M. Isloor, Aditya Shetty and Pallavi K.C.
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Structure of PDA
4.3 Polydopamine as a Biomedical Material
4.4 Polydopamine as a Biomedical Adhesive
4.5 Availability of Polydopamine and its Biomedical Applications
4.6 Polydopamine Coatings of Nanomaterials
4.7 Polydopamine-Based Capsules
4.8 Polydopamine Nanoparticles and Nanocomposites
4.9 Polydopamine Properties
4.9.1 Cell Adhesion
4.9.2 Mineralization and Bone Regeneration
4.9.3 Blood Compatibility
4.9.4 Antimicrobial Effect
4.10 Dental Applications
4.11 Dental Adhesives
4.11.1 Tooth Mineralization
4.12 Conclusions 1
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5. Application of Electroactive Polymer Actuator: A Brief ReviewDillip Kumar Biswal
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Chronological Summary of the Evolution of EAP Actuator
5.3 Electroactive Polymer Actuators Groups
5.3.1 Ionic Electroactive Polymers
5.3.2 Electronic Electroactive Polymers
5.4 Application of Electroactive Polymer Actuators
5.4.1 Soft Robotic Actuator Applications
5.4.2 Underwater Applications
5.4.3 Aerospace Applications
5.4.4 Energy Harvesting Applications
5.4.5 Healthcare and Biomedical Applications
5.4.6 Shape Memory Polymer Applications
5.4.7 Smart Window Applications
5.4.8 Wearable Electronics Applications
5.5 Conclusion
References
6 Bioinspired Hydrogels Through 3D BioprintingFarnaz Niknam, Vahid Rahmanian, Seyyed Mojtaba Mousavi, Seyyed Alireza Hashemi, Aziz Babapoor and Chin Wei Lai
6.1 Introduction
6.2 Bioinspiration
6.3 3D Bioprinting
6.3.1 Inkjet Bioprinting
6.3.2 Extrusion Printing
6.4 Hydrogels as Inks for 3D Bioprinting
6.5 Polymers Used for Bioinspired Hydrogels
6.5.1 Alginate
6.5.2 Cellulose
6.5.3 Chitosan
6.5.4 Fibrin
6.5.5 Silk
6.6 Conclusion
References
7. Electroactive Polymer Actuator-Based Refreshable Braille DisplaysPooja Mohapatra, Lipsa Shubhadarshinee and Aruna Kumar Barick
7.1 Introduction
7.2 Refreshable Braille Display
7.3 Electroactive Polymers
7.4 EAP-Based Braille Actuator
7.5 Conclusions
References
8. Materials Biomimicked From Natural OnesCarlo Santulli
8.1 Introduction
8.2 Damage-Tolerant Ceramics
8.2.1 General Considerations
8.2.2 Nacre
8.2.3 Tooth Enamel
8.3 Protein-Based Materials With Tailored Properties
8.3.1 General Considerations
8.3.2 Dragline Silk
8.3.3 Fish Scales
8.4 Polymers Fit for Easy Junction/Self-Cleaning
8.4.1 General Considerations
8.4.2 Gecko for No-Glue Adhesion
8.4.3 Blue Mussel for Development of Specific Adhesives
8.4.4 Shark Skin for Functional Surfaces
8.5 Recent Prototype Developments on Materials Biomimicked from Natural Ones
8.6 Conclusions
References
9. Novel Biomimicry Techniques for Detecting Plant DiseasesAdeshina Fadeyibi and Mary Fadeyibi
9.1 Introduction
9.2 Preharvest Biomimicry Detection Techniques
9.2.1 Remote Sensing Technique Approach
9.2.2 Machine Vision and Fuzzy Logic Approaches
9.2.3 Robotics Approach
9.3 Postharvest Biomimicry Detection Techniques
9.3.1 Neural Network Approach
9.3.2 Support Vector Machine Approach
9.4 Prospects and Conclusion
References
10. Biomimicry for Sustainable Structural Mimicking in Textile IndustriesMira Chares Subash and Muthiah Perumalsamy
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Examples of Biomimicry Fabrics
10.2.1 Algae Fiber
10.2.2 Mushroom Leather
10.2.3 Fabric Mimics
10.2.4 Bacterial Pigments
10.2.5 Orange Fabrics
10.2.6 Protein Couture
10.2.7 Natural Fiber Fabrics
10.3 Fabric Production from Biomaterial
10.3.1 Soy Fabric
10.3.2 Cotton Fabric
10.3.3 Supima Fabric
10.3.4 Pima Fabric
10.3.5 Wool Fabric
10.3.6 Hemp Fabric
10.4 Current Methods of Biomimicry Materials
10.5 Future of Biomimicry
10.6 Benefits of Biomimicry
10.6.1 Sustainability
10.6.2 Perform Welt
10.6.3 Energy Saving
10.6.4 Cut-Resistant Costs
10.6.5 Eliminate Waste
10.6.6 New Product Derivation
10.6.7 Disrupt Traditional Thinking
10.6.8 Adaptability to Climate
10.6.9 Nourish Curiosity
10.6.10 Leverage Collaboration
10.7 Conclusion
References
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