Multifunctional microstructure found in Beetle’s exoskeleton
Akash Singh, Banaras Hindu University Armour is integrated into the body of beetles (Order Coleoptera). They’re minuscule tanks with exoskeletons, powerful shells that protect their soft, skeleton-less bodies inside. In addition to providing protective protection, the beetle’s exoskeleton provides sensory feedback and hydration management. Exoskeletons of many beetles are also highly coloured and patterned, which […]