Jumping Kinematics and Performance in Fighting Crickets Velarifictorus micado.

ABSTRACT: Jumping is a fundamental locomotion in insects, offering high performance and efficient movement. However, the relationships between the jumping force and performance remain inadequately understood. Here, we combine experimental measurements with a theoretical model to investigate the jumping kinematics and performance of crickets Velarifictorus micado. We examine how jumping force, gravity, aerodynamic drag, and take-off angle influence the jumping velocity, displacement, and power output of the crickets. We discuss the mechanistic advantages of various jumping force designs and demonstrate that the front slow-loaded force adopted by crickets enables greater power output while minimizing take-off displacement and acceleration time. The results show that aerodynamic drag exerts negl

SUBMITTER: Xing Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12838587 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature