Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bionics
noun
/baɪˈɒnɪks/
Definition
The study of the mechanical systems that function like living organisms.
Examples
- Researchers in bionics are developing artificial limbs that can respond to brain signals.
- She is studying bionics to improve the design of prosthetics.
- The field of bionics has the potential to revolutionize medical technology.
Meaning
Bionics combines biology and electronics to create solutions or devices that mimic biological processes or systems.
Synonyms
- biomimetics
- bioengineering
- cybernetics
