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Introducing: Season 2 of 30 Animals That Made Us Smarter
Jul 22, 2021
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- Elephant trunks inspire robotic arms for dexterity in handling heavy loads.
- Biomimicry of elephant trunks leads to soft robotics for precise, human-friendly applications.
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Elephants' Trunks: An Evolutionary Mystery and Ingenious Tool
Elephant calves are born with trunks, a seemingly awkward appendage that requires time to master. The trunks, essential for survival, are tools that young elephants must learn to use effectively. At Sheldrick Wildlife Trust in Nairobi, Kenya, orphaned elephants are nurtured to develop trunk skills through care and feeding interactions. The trunk, once mastered, becomes the elephant's vital and skillful tool, showcasing the intricate process of adaptation and learning in these gentle giants.
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