Tuning the instrument: sonic properties in the spider’s web

Spider orb webs are multifunctional, acting to absorb prey impact energy and transmit vibratory information to the spider. This paper explores the links between silk material properties, propagation of vibrations within webs, and the ability of the spider to control and balance web function. Combini...

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Main Authors: Siviour, C, Mortimer, B, Soler, A, Zaera, R, Vollrath, F
פורמט: Journal article
יצא לאור: Royal Society 2016