Quantitative analysis of the morphing wing mechanism of raptors: Analysis methods, folding motions, and bionic design of <i>Falco Peregrinus</i>.

ABSTRACT: Raptors can change the shape and area of their wings to an exceptional degree in a fast and efficient manner, surpassing other birds, insects, or bats. Some researchers have focused on the functional properties of muscle skeletons, mechanics, and flapping robot design. However, the wing motion of the birds of prey has not been measured quantitatively, and synthetic bionic wings with morphing abilities similar to raptors are far from reality. Therefore, in the current study, a 3D suspension system for holding bird carcasses was designed and fabricated to fasten the wings of Falco Peregrinus with a series of morphing postures. Subsequently, the wing skeleton of the falcon was scanned during extending motions using the computed tomography (CT) approach to obtain three consecutive poses

SUBMITTER: Tang D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11630695 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature