Hey steemians ever wondered how a horse can gallop at a speed of up to 50 kilometres per hour. Although this involves considerable mechanical work, relatively little energy is spent. How is this possible? The secret is in the horse's legs.
What occurs when a horse gallops?
Elastic muscle tendon units absorb energy when the legs steps onto the ground, and much like a spring, they return it, propelling the horse forward.
When a horse gallops the legs vibrate at high frequencies that could injure it's tendons.
However, the muscles in the legs act as dampers.
Researchers call this structure a "highly specialised muscle-tendon design that provides both ability and strengt.
What a wonderful piece of work from our creator.
I believe scientists are already working on how to imitate the design of the horse's legs.
It could be applicable in so many inventions.
