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Investigating the Architecture and Characteristics of Asian Hornet Nests: A Biomimetics Examination of Structure and Materials

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dc.contributor.authorSedira, Naim
dc.contributor.authorPinto, Jorge
dc.contributor.authorGinja, Mário
dc.contributor.authorGomes, Ana
dc.contributor.authorNepomuceno, Miguel C. S.
dc.contributor.authorPereira, Sandra
dc.date.accessioned2023-11-08T10:43:30Z
dc.date.available2023-11-08T10:43:30Z
dc.date.issued2023-11-03
dc.description.abstractThis study investigates the internal architecture of Asian hornet nests (AHNs) using advanced imaging techniques, such as CT scanning and X-ray radiography, to understand their construction and function. The primary objective and significance of this study centre on drawing inspiration from the creative way Asian hornets construct their nests, with a particular focus on the architecture, design, functionality, and building materials of these nests. The architectural principles governing the construction of these nests, such as the arrangement of hexagonal cells, pedicels for load bearing, and adhesive materials, serve as a source of inspiration for innovative and sustainable design practices. The pedicels in Asian hornet nests play a crucial role in transferring load and ensuring stability. Additionally, AHNs’ adhesion to tree branches is essential for preventing collapse, and the pedicels provide necessary structural support. The knowledge gained from studying AHNs’ internal architecture could be applied directly to the architecture and civil engineering fields to improve structure stability and durability. The microstructure analysis of the paper-like material that hornets produce to build their nests indicates a complex and heterogeneous structure, composed of various plant fragments and fibres. This unique composition creates intricate grooves and pores, which are essential for regulating temperature and humidity levels within the outer envelope of the nest. The study of Asian hornet nests’ internal structure demonstrated that nature’s engineering principles inspire the design of durable and resilient structures in the construction industry. Civil engineers can incorporate similar principles into their designs to enhance the structural integrity and performance of buildings, bridges, and other infrastructure.pt_PT
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dc.identifier.citationNaim Sedira, Jorge Pinto, Mário Ginja, Ana P. Gomes, Miguel C. S. Nepomuceno, Sandra Pereira, Investigating the Architecture and Characteristics of Asian Hornet Nest: A Biomimetics Examination of Structure and Materials, Materials 16(21) (2023) 7027. DOI:10.3390/ma16217027. ISSN 1996-1944.pt_PT
dc.identifier.doihttps://doi.org/10.3390/ma16217027pt_PT
dc.identifier.issn1996-1944
dc.identifier.urihttp://hdl.handle.net/10400.6/13551
dc.language.isoengpt_PT
dc.peerreviewedyespt_PT
dc.publisherMDPI AG, Basel, Switzerlandpt_PT
dc.relationCentre of Materials and Building Technologies
dc.relationLandscapes, Heritage and Territory Laboratory
dc.rights.urihttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/pt_PT
dc.subjectBiomimeticspt_PT
dc.subjectConstructionpt_PT
dc.subjectArchitecturept_PT
dc.subjectVespa velutina nigrithoraxpt_PT
dc.subjectEco-materialpt_PT
dc.subjectCT scanpt_PT
dc.subjectSEM-EDSpt_PT
dc.titleInvestigating the Architecture and Characteristics of Asian Hornet Nests: A Biomimetics Examination of Structure and Materialspt_PT
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oaire.citation.issue21pt_PT
oaire.citation.titleMaterialspt_PT
oaire.citation.volume16pt_PT
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person.givenNameMiguel Costa Santos
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