Bio-inspired Propulsion

Two tandem flexible propulsors with a paddling-based locomotion

  • Analysis of underlying mechanism in the flow-mediated interactions between two flexible propulsors.

  • Investigation on the stable configurations for the tandem flexible propulsors, spontaneously determined by the hydrodynamic interactions

Self-propelled flexible fins in various configurations

  • Investigation on the hydrodynamic benefits from schooling behaviors.

  • Analysis of the flow-mediated interactions between the self-propelled flexible fins.

  • Investigation of the self-sustained schooling structures formed by the fins.

Self-propelled flexible fins in the wake of a circular cylinder

  • Understanding the energy-saving mechanism of the self-propelled fin behind the cylinder.

  • Analysis of the hydrodynamic interactions between the fin and the oncoming vortices.

  • Investigation on the several stations where the fin lingered without using the power input.