AskNatureorg

AskNature.org is a free online resource that explores the wisdom of nature for design inspiration. It is a project of the Biomimicry Institute, a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering innovation inspired by nature. The website features a vast database of biological strategies and principles that can be applied to solve human design challenges.

The core of AskNature.org is its extensive library of "Nature's Strategies." Each strategy describes a specific way an organism or ecosystem functions to survive and thrive. These strategies are categorized by function, such as "How to absorb water," "How to cool down," or "How to communicate." Users can search for solutions by these functional categories or by keywords related to their design problem.

Each strategy entry includes a description of the biological phenomenon, examples of organisms that employ it, and potential applications in human design. The website also highlights "Biotactics," which are specific biological mechanisms or processes that contribute to a larger strategy. AskNature.org aims to bridge the gap between biology and design, encouraging engineers, architects, scientists, and everyday innovators to look to nature for sustainable and effective solutions. The platform serves as a valuable tool for learning about biomimicry and applying its principles to create more innovative and environmentally conscious designs.