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  • Bio-inspired Engineering
  • Sustainable Technologies

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  • Biological species exhibit sophisticated, evolved mechanisms for thermal management and utilization.
  • These natural strategies inspire advanced thermal engineering materials and systems.
  • Applications span building climate control, personal thermal comfort, water harvesting, and infrared sensing.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To comprehensively review biological and bio-inspired thermal management strategies.
  • To discuss advancements in radiation-based thermal utilization inspired by nature.
  • To explore the integration of these strategies with electronic and energy systems.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of biological adaptations for thermal control.
  • Analysis of bio-inspired materials and systems for radiative cooling, thermal regulation, and insulation.
  • Examination of applications in water harvesting, IR camouflage, and IR detection.
  • Discussion of integrated systems for enhanced efficiency and functionality.

Main Results:

  • Summary of diverse biological thermal management strategies.
  • Overview of recent progress in bio-inspired radiative cooling, thermal regulation, and insulation.
  • Highlighting of applications in water harvesting, IR camouflage, and IR detection.
  • Demonstration of integrated systems enhancing thermal management, energy efficiency, and sensing.

Conclusions:

  • Bio-inspired thermal management and utilization offer innovative solutions for heat regulation and energy harvesting.
  • Leveraging natural strategies enhances efficiency and functionality in diverse technological applications.
  • Future development holds significant promise for radiation-based bio-inspired thermal technologies.