Ant nest geometry, stability, and excavation–inspiration for tunneling
Meron Belachew, Karie Yamamoto, Elliot Nichols, Danrong Zhang, James D. Frost, Chloé Arson
Topics & Concepts
ExcavationFinite element methodSolid mechanicsStructural engineeringGeotechnical engineeringShear (geology)Displacement (psychology)Stress (linguistics)GeometryShear stressGeologyTension (geology)EngineeringUltimate tensile strengthMechanicsMaterials sciencePhysicsMathematicsPaleontologyComposite materialPsychotherapistPhilosophyLinguisticsPsychologyInsect and Arachnid Ecology and BehaviorAdhesion, Friction, and Surface InteractionsTree Root and Stability Studies