Lopez Vinicius Marques, Polidori Carlo, Ferreira Rhainer Guillermo
Lestes Lab, Federal University of Triângulo Mineiro, Uberaba, Minas Gerais, Brazil.
Department of Environmental Science and Policy (ESP), University of Milan, Via Celoria 26, 20133, Milan, Italy.
Beilstein J Nanotechnol. 2024 Nov 5;15:1333-1352. doi: 10.3762/bjnano.15.107. eCollection 2024.
The extraordinary adaptations that Hymenoptera (sawflies, wasps, ants, and bees) exhibit on their body surfaces has long intrigued biologists. These adaptations, which enabled the immense success of these insects in a wide range of environments and habitats, include an amazing array of specialized structures facilitating attachment, penetration of substrates, production of sound, perception of volatiles, and delivery of venoms, among others. These morphological features offer valuable insights for biomimetic and bioinspired technological advancements. Here, we explore the biomimetic potential of hymenopteran body surfaces. We highlight recent advancements and outline potential strategic pathways, evaluating their current functions and applications while suggesting promising avenues for further investigations. By studying these fascinating and biologically diverse insects, researchers could develop innovative materials and devices that replicate the efficiency and functionality of insect body structures, driving progress in medical technology, robotics, environmental monitoring, and beyond.
膜翅目昆虫（叶蜂、黄蜂、蚂蚁和蜜蜂）体表所展现出的非凡适应性长期以来一直吸引着生物学家。这些适应性使这些昆虫在广泛的环境和栖息地中取得了巨大成功，包括一系列令人惊叹的特殊结构，这些结构有助于附着、穿透基质、发声、感知挥发性物质以及输送毒液等等。这些形态特征为仿生和受生物启发的技术进步提供了宝贵的见解。在这里，我们探索膜翅目昆虫体表的仿生潜力。我们突出了近期的进展并概述了潜在的战略途径，评估它们当前的功能和应用，同时提出有前景的进一步研究方向。通过研究这些迷人且生物多样性丰富的昆虫，研究人员可以开发出复制昆虫身体结构效率和功能的创新材料和设备，推动医学技术、机器人技术、环境监测等领域的进步。
