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Ice-ray patterns: A rediscovery of past design for the future

A study discovers that traditional Chinese ice-ray lattice designs can provide unique stiffness and strength under asymmetric loads, offering an alternative to conventional gridshells. The research also explores the potential of integrating complex geometry into facade design and micro-scale material design.

SourceXi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University·JournalFrontiers of Architectural Research·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMar 20, 2024
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Golden ratio observed in human skulls

A recent study published in The Journal of Craniofacial Surgery found that human skull dimensions follow the Golden Ratio. However, less related species such as dogs and monkeys diverged from this ratio, suggesting unique evolutionary patterns.

SourceJohns Hopkins Medicine·JournalJournal of Craniofacial Surgery·DateOct 3, 2019

Sap-feeding butterflies join ranks of natural phenomenon, the Golden Ratio

Researchers found sap-feeding butterflies have proboscis conformations closely resembling the Golden Ratio, suggesting a connection between feeding habits and substrate type. The study suggests this discovery can be used to predict the feeding habits of unstudied lepidopteran species.

SourceOxford University Press USA·JournalAmerican Entomologist·DateMar 6, 2015
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Mystery of golden ratio explained

Adrian Bejan's research reveals that the golden ratio is a fundamental principle in nature's design, guiding the flow of information from vision to cognition and locomotion. This concept, known as the constructal law, explains why the golden ratio appears in various natural systems, from animal vision to river deltas.

SourceDuke University·JournalInternational Journal of Design & Nature and Ecodynamics·DateDec 21, 2009

Researchers discover new 'golden ratios' for female facial beauty

New psychology research finds two optimal ratios for female facial beauty: one for length and width. The study reveals that faces judged more attractive have a vertical eye-mouth distance of approximately 36% of their face's length and horizontal eye-distance of approximately 46% of their face's width.

SourceUniversity of Toronto·JournalVision Research·DateDec 16, 2009