Studying the Mechanics of Birds' Nests (IMAGE) University of Akron Caption Pictured here is a bird's nest as found in nature; an artificial nest generated digitally; and a computational version of slender rods similar to twigs. Credit Dr. Hunter King, The University of Akron Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.