'There are no wrong turns, only unexpected paths': Flow optimization of blood occurs by dilating/constricting orifices and distributing resources to higher-demand areas.
The blood flow in the human circulatory system is related to body activity and is based on resource use and energy needs. The arterioles, specialized segments found in the smaller branches of the arteries, contract and expand to control blood circulation in the capillaries. The tightening and loosening mechanism involves using muscular rings known as pre-capillary sphincters that encircle the arterioles, and flow is distributed and optimized through the branching recirculating circuit by dilating/constricting orifices. This allows the optimized flow of resources to areas with greater demand. Engineers could be inspired to design unique fluid flow and pressure management systems from this mechanism.
