Bioinspiration & Biomimetics

Scope & Guideline

Pioneering Interdisciplinary Solutions Inspired by Nature

Introduction

Immerse yourself in the scholarly insights of Bioinspiration & Biomimetics with our comprehensive guidelines detailing its aims and scope. This page is your resource for understanding the journal's thematic priorities. Stay abreast of trending topics currently drawing significant attention and explore declining topics for a full picture of evolving interests. Our selection of highly cited topics and recent high-impact papers is curated within these guidelines to enhance your research impact.
LanguageEnglish
ISSN1748-3182
PublisherIOP Publishing Ltd
Support Open AccessNo
CountryUnited Kingdom
TypeJournal
Convergefrom 2006 to 2024
AbbreviationBIOINSPIR BIOMIM / Bioinspir. Biomim.
Frequency6 issues/year
Time To First Decision-
Time To Acceptance-
Acceptance Rate-
Home Page-
AddressTEMPLE CIRCUS, TEMPLE WAY, BRISTOL BS1 6BE, ENGLAND

Aims and Scopes

The journal 'Bioinspiration & Biomimetics' focuses on the application of biological principles to engineering and design, exploring how nature inspires innovative solutions across various fields.
  1. Biomimetic Design and Engineering:
    Research that applies biological principles to create innovative engineering solutions, including robotics, materials science, and structural design.
  2. Soft Robotics and Adaptive Systems:
    Exploration of soft robotic systems inspired by biological organisms, emphasizing adaptability, flexibility, and functionality in complex environments.
  3. Fluid Dynamics and Bio-inspired Propulsion:
    Studies on fluid dynamics as observed in nature, leading to advancements in propulsion systems for both aquatic and aerial vehicles.
  4. Sensory and Actuation Mechanisms:
    Investigating biological sensory systems and actuation methods to enhance robotic capabilities and human-robot interaction.
  5. Ecological and Environmental Applications:
    Utilizing bioinspired designs for sustainable solutions in environmental monitoring, energy harvesting, and ecological restoration.
Recent publications indicate several emerging trends and themes that reflect the current interests and future directions in bioinspired research.
  1. Biohybrid Systems:
    Integration of living organisms with robotic systems, highlighting advances in biohybrid technologies for applications in environmental monitoring and soft robotics.
  2. Machine Learning and AI in Biomimetics:
    Incorporation of machine learning and artificial intelligence to enhance robotic systems inspired by biological models, enabling adaptive and intelligent behavior.
  3. Multi-modal and Soft Actuation Techniques:
    Growing interest in soft actuators and multi-modal actuation strategies that mimic natural movements and interactions, leading to more versatile robotic designs.
  4. Sustainability and Eco-friendly Solutions:
    Increasing focus on sustainability through biomimetic designs that address environmental challenges, including energy-efficient systems and bio-inspired materials.
  5. Complex Systems and Collective Behavior:
    Investigation of collective behavior in biological systems and its application to robotic swarms, emphasizing cooperation and coordination in robotic designs.

Declining or Waning

As the journal evolves, certain themes seem to be receiving less attention, indicating shifts in research focus or diminishing interest in specific areas.
  1. Traditional Robotics:
    Research focused on conventional robotics that does not incorporate biological inspiration is becoming less prevalent as the field shifts towards more biomimetic approaches.
  2. Static Structures:
    Studies on static structures inspired by biology have decreased, with a growing emphasis on dynamic and adaptive systems that mimic living organisms.
  3. Simple Mechanical Models:
    The focus on simplistic mechanical models that lack bio-inspired complexity is waning, as researchers seek more biologically accurate models to address real-world challenges.

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