Biomimetic flight and propulsion mechanisms
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This cluster of papers focuses on the dynamics of biological and biomimetic flight, including aerodynamics, kinematic measurements, vortex dynamics, and hydrodynamics. It covers topics such as the flight of insects, fish, and birds, as well as the development and control of robotic insects. The research also explores the mechanisms of lift generation and the design of biomimetic systems for flight.
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flapping wings; insect flight; micro air vehicles; fish locomotion; bio-inspired propulsion; bio-inspired flight; wing kinematics; flapping flight; leading-edge vortex; propulsive efficiency; robotic fish; thrust generation; hovering flight; bird flight; flapping-wing micro air vehicles; flapping wing aerodynamics; lift generation; flapping frequency; insect flight aerodynamics; flexible wings; insect wings; flapping foil; low Reynolds number aerodynamics; caudal fin; swimming kinematics
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Morton address: 36240490597073649 · morton4x16-v1
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