Mechanics & PhysicsVeridianum · Morphologium
Bouligand Structure
Etymology: Materials Biology (Yves Bouligand, 1972)
PRIMARY DEFINITION
A layered helicoidal structural arrangement of chitin nanofibrils that deflects propagating cracks into energy-dissipating spirals.
Relational Analysis & Epistemic Context
The biological composite design that grants the mantis shrimp dactyl club extreme shock resistance and provides a direct structural homology to reinforced concrete.