BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:ics.py - http://git.io/lLljaA BEGIN:VEVENT DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Professor Nicole W. Xu\, University of Colorado Boulder\nAs technology advances\, swimming robots and bioinspired design in fluid dynamics can potentially be used for monitoring the ocean\, performing tasks in remote locations\, and other practical applications. Looking towards nature for inspiration can address some of the grand challenges of robotics\, such as improved dexterity and adaptive abilities in unstructured environments. This work presents examples of bioinspired swimming robots using approaches that combine laboratory and field experiments\, theoretical models\, and computational fluid dynamics. First\, we demonstrate a biohybrid robot that uses a microelectronic system to induce swimming in live jellyfish in the laboratory and ocean. Next\, using entirely synthetic materials\, we also address how bioinspired sharkskin surfaces and robotic fish fins can improve the performance envelope of vehicles. Future applications include improving swimming speeds\, efficiencies\, and antifouling properties for enhanced persistence. Finally\, we aim to use tissue engineering to design constructs for both medical and ocean applications\, highlighting . These examples provide a strong foundation for continued work to design and implement robots and biofluids for real-world applications. \n\nAttend in person or via Zoom\n\nhttps://today.coloradocollege.edu/events/9581 DTEND:20260130T203000Z LOCATION:Tutt Science 122 - Lecture Hall (Social Science) DTSTART:20260130T193000Z SUMMARY:Fearless Friday Talk: Biohybrid Robotic Jellyfish and Bioinspired Designs for Ocean Exploration UID:b049bea1-2869-4020-8b6f-8c17a3f6c732 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR