bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory),
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Ноя. 15, 2024
Abstract
The
rapid
decline
of
coral
reefs
prompts
the
need
for
new,
scalable
restoration
approaches.
Focusing
on
larvae
has
a
great
potential
scalability,
as
single
colony
can
release
many
thousands
offspring
which
vast
majority
do
not
find
suitable
habitat
and
die.
Here,
we
designed
range
adaptable
modules
with
distinct
geometric
features
hypothesized
to
enhance
settlement
survival.
In
tank
field
experiments,
explored
properties
dimensions
most
successful
structural
features,
examined
influence
hydrodynamics.
Modules
spiral
recesses
outperformed
others,
increasing
by
about
80-fold
post-settlement
survival
over
year
20−50-fold
compared
controls.
Settlement
was
greatest
cryptic
edges
17
mm
deep
15
wide
∼56
µmol
m
-2
s
-1
photosynthetic
active
radiation
(i.e.,
∼28%
incoming
light).
more
pronounced
under
high-flow
conditions,
suggesting
crucial
role
micro-scale
hydrodynamics
in
entraining
settling
larvae.
Integrating
informed
into
or
engineering
structures
provide
novel,
scalable,
cheap,
self-sustaining
approach
reef
restoration.
Concrete
is
the
most
utilized
construction
material
worldwide.
In
marine
environment,
it
subject
to
chemical
degradation
through
reactions
with
chloride
(the
important
ion),
sulfate
and
magnesium
ions
in
seawater
biodeterioration
resulting
from
biological
(initially
microbiological)
activities,
principally
acid
production.
These
two
types
of
corrosion
are
reviewed
failure
attempts
predict
degree
deterioration
each
noted.
Chemical
(abiotic)
greatest
splash
zone
coastal
constructions,
while
phenomenological
evidence
suggests
that
tidal
zones.
There
have
been
no
comparative
experiments
determine
rates
microbial
biofilm
formation
these
Both
microbiological
concrete
complex
not
successfully
modeled.
The
interaction
between
abiotic
considered.
EPS
can
maintain
surface
hydration,
potentially
reducing
corrosion.
early
contains
relatively
specific
bacterial
colonizers,
including
cyanobacteria
proteobacteria;
change
over
time,
producing
a
generic
biofilm,
but
adhesion
microorganisms
oceans
little
investigated.
colonization
artificial
reefs
briefly
discussed.
appears
be
prescriptive
substrate,
modifications
necessary
increase
for
required
goal
increasing
diversity.
Amidst
escalating
threats
to
coral
reefs
during
the
Anthropocene
era,
an
urgent
call
emerges
for
a
holistic
strategy
that
seamlessly
integrates
Sustainable
Development
Goals
(SDGs),
ensuring
conservation
and
sustainable
development
of
these
vital
ecosystems.
Employing
interdisciplinary
lens,
this
chapter
delves
into
current
state
reefs,
shedding
light
on
critical
need
immediate
action.
The
study
emphasizes
transformative
potential
SDGs
as
guiding
framework
policies
initiatives
aimed
at
fortifying
resilient
ecosystems
uplifting
communities
intricately
tied
reef
Drawing
diverse
case
studies
successful
models,
discerns
key
strategies
essential
realizing
in
intricate
context
reefs.
synthesis
ecological
socio-economic
perspectives
contributes
nuanced
understanding
multifaceted
challenges
opportunities
entwined
securing
sustainability
within
Anthropocene.
underscores
imperativeness
collaborative
efforts,
innovative
solutions,
policy
coherence
effectively
navigate
issues
surrounding
offering
blueprint
integration
practical
initiatives.
As
teeter
brink
irreversible
decline,
research
advocates
comprehensive
dynamic
approach
transcends
disciplinary
boundaries,
promoting
vitality
well-being
reliant
upon
them.
Rapid Prototyping Journal,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Окт. 1, 2024
Purpose
The
effects
of
climate
change
have
been
contributing
to
coral
reef
degradation.
Artificial
reefs
are
one
method
being
used
counteract
this
destruction.
However,
the
most
common
artificial
approaches,
such
as
sunken
vehicles
and
prefabricated
cement
reefs,
do
not
allow
adequate
development.
This
paper
aims
demonstrate
how
designers,
using
additive
manufacturing
computational
design
techniques,
can
create
that
better
mimic
natural
structures.
Design/methodology/approach
research
focuses
on
developing
three-dimensional
matrices
through
achieve
settlement.
A
“Nature
Centered
Design”
approach
was
followed,
with
corals
at
center
project.
Samples
different
geometries
roughness,
produced
paste-based
extrusion
porcelain
oyster
shell,
were
tested
in
a
controlled
environment
investigate
settlement
preference
soft
corals.
Findings
rapid
prototyping
samples
confirmed
settle
complex
surfaces
compared
smooth
surfaces.
Porcelain
showed
comparable
results
Portland
cement,
suggesting
further
testing
potential.
closer
resemblance
intricate
forms
found
achieved
design.
Originality/value
proposes
new
combining
coral’s
biological
responses
enhance
understanding
their
surface
preference.
Nature
Design
approach,
design,
made
it
possible
an
innovative
working
model
could
be
customized
depending
implementation
area
or
intended
species,
validating
support
environmental
conservation.
bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory),
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Ноя. 15, 2024
Abstract
The
rapid
decline
of
coral
reefs
prompts
the
need
for
new,
scalable
restoration
approaches.
Focusing
on
larvae
has
a
great
potential
scalability,
as
single
colony
can
release
many
thousands
offspring
which
vast
majority
do
not
find
suitable
habitat
and
die.
Here,
we
designed
range
adaptable
modules
with
distinct
geometric
features
hypothesized
to
enhance
settlement
survival.
In
tank
field
experiments,
explored
properties
dimensions
most
successful
structural
features,
examined
influence
hydrodynamics.
Modules
spiral
recesses
outperformed
others,
increasing
by
about
80-fold
post-settlement
survival
over
year
20−50-fold
compared
controls.
Settlement
was
greatest
cryptic
edges
17
mm
deep
15
wide
∼56
µmol
m
-2
s
-1
photosynthetic
active
radiation
(i.e.,
∼28%
incoming
light).
more
pronounced
under
high-flow
conditions,
suggesting
crucial
role
micro-scale
hydrodynamics
in
entraining
settling
larvae.
Integrating
informed
into
or
engineering
structures
provide
novel,
scalable,
cheap,
self-sustaining
approach
reef
restoration.
