Biology

Smart joints: auto-cleaning mechanism in the legs of beetles

K. K. Nadein and S. Gorb

Discover the remarkable self-cleaning mechanism in the femoro-tibial joint of the Congo rose chafer *Pachnoda marginata*. This continuous and autonomous system, comprised of unique subsystems, effectively prevents contaminants while ensuring joint movement. This innovative research was conducted by K Konstantin Nadein and Stanislav Gorb.

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