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exoskeleton the protective or supporting structure covering the outside of the body of many animals, such as the thick cuticle of arthropods exoskeleton [¦ek·sō′skel·ə·tən] (invertebrate zoology) The external supportive covering of certain invertebrates, such as arthropods. (vertebrate zoology) Bony or horny epidermal derivatives, such as nails, hoofs, and scales. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Most lobsters have a greenish-brown exoskeleton, which gets its coloring from a combination of genes that produce red, yellow, and blue pigments. Chemical coats Chemicals from the exoskeletons of invasive Argentine ants gave scientists some insight into how the insects recognize each other and suggested possible new strategies for controlling them (170: 222). One such device is the Lokomat, *, (12) a computer-controlled, motorized exoskeleton that provides lower-limb and pelvic stabilization in the frontal and sagittal planes and guides the legs through kinematic trajectories approximating human gait. |
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