Ricochet

We are a group of students from National Cheng Kung University, one of the top universities in Taiwan, specializing in biological research, engineering, system thinking, problem analysis, and biomimicry design. To improve air quality in Asia, we looked into the filtering mechanisms in nature and developed a sustainable, non-clogging filtration system mimicking the ricochet separation in Manta Rays. With the filtration system, we hope to reduce air pollution due to the fine particulate matter from traffic and industrial activities. Our work was recognized by the Biomimicry Institute as one of the 10 finalists in the 2020 Biomimicry Global Design Challenge.