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The Simple Science of Flight
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The article was published on 1997-05-01 and is currently open access. It has received 87 citations till now. The article focuses on the topics: Simple (abstract algebra).read more
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Rotational accelerations stabilize leading edge vortices on revolving fly wings
TL;DR: The analysis and experiments suggest that the mechanism responsible for LEV stability is not dependent on Reynolds number, at least over the range most relevant for insect flight (100
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Constructal theory of generation of configuration in nature and engineering
Adrian Bejan,Sylvie Lorente +1 more
TL;DR: Constructal theory is the view that the generation of flow configuration is a physics phenomenon that can be based on a physics principle (the constructal law): "For a finite-size flow system to persist in time (to survive) its configuration must evolve in such a way that it provides an easier access to the currents that flow through it".
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Challenges of future aircraft propulsion: A review of distributed propulsion technology and its potential application for the all electric commercial aircraft
TL;DR: In this paper, the role of distributed propulsion technology for future commercial aircraft is highlighted and technological limitations and challenges of this specific technology are also considered in combination with an all electric aircraft concept, as means of predicting the challenges associated with the design process of a next generation commercial aircraft.
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An Introduction to Flapping Wing Aerodynamics
TL;DR: In this article, the authors present an ideal book for graduate students and researchers interested in the aerodynamics, structural dynamics and flight dynamics of small birds, bats and insects, as well as of micro air vehicles (MAVs).
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Atmospheric winds and their implications for microair vehicles
TL;DR: In this article, the authors used a bank of four multihole pressure probes laterally separated by 150 and 50 mm on a mast above a test car to measure the time-, averaged and transient velocities at a height of 4 in above the ground.
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Scaling, why is animal size so important?
TL;DR: The importance of animal size in animal function is discussed in this paper, where it is shown that physical laws are equally important, for they determine rates of diffusion and heat transfer, transfer of force and momentum, strength of structures, the dynamics of locomotion, and other aspects of the functioning of animal bodies.
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Introduction to Flight
John D. Anderson,Lloyd P. Hunter +1 more
TL;DR: Introduction to Flight 6e Chapter 1: The First Aeronautical Engineers Chapter 2: Fundamental Thoughts Chapter 3: The Standard Atmosphere Chapter 4: Basic Aerodynamics Chapter 5: Airfoils, Wings, and Other Aerodynamics Shapes