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Jumping Insects

Yves Earhart

Translator A AI

Publisher: Publifye

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Jumping Insects explores the remarkable biomechanics behind how insects like grasshoppers and fleas achieve extraordinary leaps. It unveils the secrets of their insect locomotion, focusing on the anatomy, physiology, and evolutionary adaptations that enable these feats. One intriguing aspect covered is how insects utilize specialized muscles and energy storage mechanisms, such as resilin, a highly elastic protein, to amplify their jumping power. The book also examines how evolutionary pressures have shaped these jumping capabilities, highlighting the ecological roles of jumping insects. 

 
The book's approach combines detailed anatomical and physiological analysis with an evolutionary perspective. Beginning with an introduction to the biomechanics of jumping, it progresses through specific insect groups. Subsequent chapters delve into muscle contraction physiology and the evolutionary history of jumping insects. It concludes by discussing potential applications in robotics and materials science. This interdisciplinary approach sets Jumping Insects apart, making it a valuable resource for understanding the science behind nature's remarkable feats.
Available since: 02/17/2025.
Print length: 60 pages.

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