Ilhami Fasih Bintang, Nurita Tutut, Azmilah Vivi, Lika Azzahra Vima, Komariyah Erina Maulidatul, Aisyiyah Hilmatul, Tanaem Frengki Adolf
Department of Natural Science, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Science, Universitas Negeri Surabaya, Surabaya, Indonesia.
Bioelectricity. 2025 Jun 9;7(2):115-124. doi: 10.1089/bioe.2025.0001. eCollection 2025 Jun.
The electrical and magnetic sensory systems of marine animals provide remarkable insights into evolutionary adaptation and their technological potential. This study explores the bioelectric abilities of marine species such as stingrays, electric eels, dolphins, and hammerhead sharks, which utilize specialized organs for hunting, navigation, and self-defense. These adaptations have inspired biomimetic innovations, including underwater navigation devices, bioelectric sensors, and medical diagnostic tools. This study uses a descriptive and qualitative method to show how electroreceptors like the ampullae of Lorenzini help the body pick up on small electric and magnetic fields. These capabilities have significant implications for the development of efficient energy systems, advanced navigation tools, and sensitive medical technologies. However, ethical and ecological challenges arise, especially concerning the conservation of marine species and their habitats. This study highlights the necessity of sustainably integrating biomimetic technologies and promoting further interdisciplinary research to enhance applications while safeguarding marine ecosystems.
海洋动物的电感应和磁感应系统为进化适应及其技术潜力提供了非凡的见解。本研究探索了诸如黄貂鱼、电鳗、海豚和双髻鲨等海洋物种的生物电能力，这些物种利用特殊器官进行捕猎、导航和自卫。这些适应性特征激发了仿生创新，包括水下导航设备、生物电传感器和医学诊断工具。本研究采用描述性和定性方法，展示了像罗伦氏壶腹这样的电感受器如何帮助身体感知微小的电场和磁场。这些能力对高效能源系统、先进导航工具和灵敏医疗技术的发展具有重要意义。然而，伦理和生态挑战也随之而来，尤其是在海洋物种及其栖息地的保护方面。本研究强调了可持续整合仿生技术以及推动进一步跨学科研究的必要性，以在增强应用的同时保护海洋生态系统。
