Flexibility Effects of a Flapping Mechanism Inspired by Insect Musculoskeletal System on Flight Performance.

ABSTRACT: Flying animals such as insects display great flight performances with high stability and maneuverability even under unpredictable disturbances in natural and man-made environments. Unlike man-made mechanical systems like a drone, insects can achieve various flapping motions through their flexible musculoskeletal systems. However, it remains poorly understood whether flexibility affects flight performances or not. Here, we conducted an experimental study on the effects of the flexibility associated with the flapping mechanisms on aerodynamic performance with a flexible flapping mechanism (FFM) inspired by the flexible musculoskeletal system of insects. Based on wing kinematic and force measurements, we found an appropriate combination of the flexible components could improve the aerodynamic

SUBMITTER: Koizumi S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8100246 | biostudies-literature | 2021

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature