High-Speed Video Reveals Unique Double-Piston Mechanism in Honey Bee Stingers
Using high-speed imaging, researchers have discovered that honey bee stingers utilize a specialized double-piston valve system to efficiently pump venom. This biomechanical insight reveals how the stinger's unique geometry allows it to operate autonomously, shedding light on the evolutionary adaptation of stinging insects and potentially inspiring new micro-fluidic technologies.
Source: Ars Technica