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Synopsis
The Inside Out of Flies is a look under the bonnet at the astonishing mechanics of fly anatomy. Erica McAlister reveals the engineering miracles embodied in each species of fly and some of the fascinating implications they hold for human technology. Discover the physics of the mysterious ‘scuba diving fly’, marvel at the venomous horsefly larvae which prey on frogs and glimpse the golden ratio in these creatures’ spiral flight patterns. McAlister touches on the emerging field of biomimetics – the study of evolutionary adaptations to devise new technology – and anticipates everything from medical needles based on the mosquito’s proboscis to hearing aids inspired by Ormia ochracea, a tiny fly with ears on its thorax. At every juncture she uncovers unique and surprising science lessons encapsulated in the form and function of the humble fly.
FEATURES:
- An engrossing guide to the anatomy of flies and the science behind their unique adaptations
- Explores how our knowledge of flies can contribute to technological advances
- Includes brilliant colour macrophotography, allowing the reader to get a close up look at fly biology
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Entomologist Erica McAlister is a senior curator of diptera at the Natural History Museum, London. Not just fascinated by studying and naming the little things, Erica has long been intrigued by how they do things, often inspired by the antics that she has observed in the field, both on far flung tropical islands and in her own ‘island’ garden in urban London. Erica has studied in Dominica, Australia and Costa Rica and her work with diptera has taken her all around the world. She is the author of the award-winning book The Secret Life of Flies.
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Melbourne: CSIRO Publishing, 2020., 2020
ISBN 10 : 1486313809
ISBN 13 : 9781486313808
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Octavo, dustwrapper,288 pp.,colour photographs. The Inside Out of Flies is a look under the bonnet at the astonishing mechanics of fly anatomy. Erica McAlister reveals the engineering miracles embodied in each species of fly and some of the fascinating implications they hold for human technology. Discover the physics of the mysterious 'scuba diving fly', marvel at the venomous horsefly larvae which prey on frogs and glimpse the golden ratio in these creatures' spiral flight patterns. McAlister touches on the emerging field of biomimetics â" the study of evolutionary adaptations to devise new technology â" and anticipates everything from medical needles based on the mosquito's proboscis to hearing aids inspired by Ormia ochracea, a tiny fly with ears on its thorax. At every juncture she uncovers unique and surprising science lessons encapsulated in the form and function of the humble fly. N° de réf. du vendeur 42114
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