Utilizing the Efficiency of Slime Mold in Transportation
Presentation Type
Poster Presentation
Campus
Daytona Beach
Status
Staff
Faculty/Staff Department
Aerospace Engineering
Student Year and Major
2nd Year and Aerospace Engineering
Presentation Description/Abstract
In a world where the efficiency of transportation is paramount to the functioning of modern society, we draw inspiration from an unlikely source - the slime mold, Physarum Polycephalum. This study embarks on a remarkable journey into the intricate world of slime molds, exploring their extraordinary ability to uncover the most efficient routes between distant points. This phenomenon mirrors the challenges faced by urban transportation systems. The objective of this research is to delve into the unique capabilities of this organism and unveil its potential applications, which could potentially revolutionize our approach to environmental efficiency. The significance of this research lies in its potential to transform the way we approach transportation optimization. By examining the possibilities presented by slime molds in enhancing transportation systems, we hold the promise of a brighter, more environmentally friendly future. This study offers a fresh and innovative viewpoint on using biomimicry to address the modern world's developing challenges, which could have a significant impact on both the environment and society as a whole. In a world where people and goods transportation consumes around 27% of total US energy consumption, and our population continues to grow, this research holds the key to not only achieving higher transportation efficiency but also sustainability.
Keywords
Biomimicry, Transportation, Efficiency, Energy, Consumption, Slime Mold
Utilizing the Efficiency of Slime Mold in Transportation
In a world where the efficiency of transportation is paramount to the functioning of modern society, we draw inspiration from an unlikely source - the slime mold, Physarum Polycephalum. This study embarks on a remarkable journey into the intricate world of slime molds, exploring their extraordinary ability to uncover the most efficient routes between distant points. This phenomenon mirrors the challenges faced by urban transportation systems. The objective of this research is to delve into the unique capabilities of this organism and unveil its potential applications, which could potentially revolutionize our approach to environmental efficiency. The significance of this research lies in its potential to transform the way we approach transportation optimization. By examining the possibilities presented by slime molds in enhancing transportation systems, we hold the promise of a brighter, more environmentally friendly future. This study offers a fresh and innovative viewpoint on using biomimicry to address the modern world's developing challenges, which could have a significant impact on both the environment and society as a whole. In a world where people and goods transportation consumes around 27% of total US energy consumption, and our population continues to grow, this research holds the key to not only achieving higher transportation efficiency but also sustainability.