Tom Lucas
Most Significant Bit
These episodes are created by students at Purdue Polytechnic Institute to explore connections between engineering, arts, and humanities.
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Episodes
Biomimicry and Woodpeckers 07.08.2026 6:35
In this episode, Makenna will be discussing biomimicry and woodpeckers.
Wind Turbine and Fan Blades 07.08.2026 6:59
In this episode, Shijin will be discussing how humpback whale tubercles inspired new designs for wind turbine and fan blades.
Bird-safe Glass 07.08.2026 6:21
In this episode, Mercedes will be discussing Bird-safe Glass.
Kingfisher and Shinkansen 07.08.2026 5:10
In this episode, Jeff will be discussing Kingfisher and Shinkansen.
Bioengineered Spider Silk 07.08.2026 7:32
In this episode Adam will be discussing bio engineered spider silk.
PLCs Run the World 07.08.2026 4:53
In this episode, Jacob discusses PLCs.
Fireflies and LEDs 07.08.2026 6:20
In this episode, Srinithi will be discussing the topic of firefly LED biomimicry.
Algae Biomanufacturing 07.08.2026 7:39
In this episode, John will be discussing algae biomanufacturing.
Slime Mold 07.08.2026 5:49
In this episode, Cai Parks will be discussing slime mold.
Pinecones and Wildfire Detection 07.08.2026 5:16
In this episode, Patrick will be discussing how pinecones can inspire earlier and more sustainable wildfire detection.
Velcro History and Applications 07.08.2026 5:03
In this episode Noah will be discussing Velcro history and its applications
Observation to Invention of Velcro 07.08.2026 6:35
In this episode, Remy will be discussing how Velcro was inspired by nature through biomimicry and how a simple observation led to one of the world's most useful fastening systems.
Freeze-Casting 07.08.2026 4:43
In this episode, Harry will be discussing freeze-casting.
Smart Windows 07.08.2026 5:34
In this episode, Eric will be discussing Squid Inspired Smart Windows.
Cholla Cactus 07.08.2026 7:02
In this episode, Laszlo discusses the cholla cactus and applications in manufacturing.
Birds and Trains 07.08.2026 6:21
In this episode, Michael talks about bird-inspired trains.
Mantis Shrimp Herringbone Pattern 07.08.2026 5:22
In this episode, Arnt will be discussing the mantis shrimp herringbone pattern.
Surface Engineering 07.08.2026 7:09
In this episode, Ilija will be discussing how the lotus leaf inspired self-cleaning coatings, water-repellent materials, and new approaches to surface engineering.
Honeycombs 07.08.2026 7:04
In this episode, Micki will be discussing the honeycomb shape found in nature.
Aircraft Wing Design 07.08.2026 4:55
In this episode, Vincent will be discussing nature-inspired aircraft wing design.
Self-Cleaning Coatings 07.08.2026 7:56
In this episode, Ruiqi will be discussing how the lotus leaf inspired self-cleaning coatings, their current applications, limitations, and possible future uses.
Carburetor Tuning 07.08.2026 5:00
In this episode, Jack will be discussing Carburetor tuning.
Gecko Inspired Adhesive 07.08.2026 6:03
In this episode, Preston will be discussing Gecko Inspired Adhesive.
Human Bone-inspired Topology 07.08.2026 6:31
In this episode, Pat will be discussing how the structure of human bone inspired topology optimization and 3D-printed lightweight parts in engineering.
Microplastic Filter 07.08.2026 7:04
In this episode, Kyle will be discussing a Microplastic Filter Application.
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