DARPA Thinks Walls of Oysters Could Protect Shores Against Hurricanes
Briefly

Tyndall’s new artificial reef is designed to be colonized by oysters, significantly reducing wave energy and enhancing coastal resilience against storm surges.
The project exemplifies a shift from traditional seawalls to nature-based solutions, with an aim to deploy designs that work better with rather than against the environment.
This innovative approach recognizes not only the immediate need for coastal protection but also the long-term benefits and sustainability of involving natural organisms in structural designs.
By engineering structures that can be colonized by marine life, the Pentagon hopes to create more effective barriers against the intensifying storms driven by climate change.
Read at WIRED
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