Wake flow visualization of a dandelion pappus with posture change
A typical plant that is distributed by wind is the dandelion, which possesses a complex hairy pappus that aids in flying. A pappus or group of bristly filaments found in plumed seeds is believed to have a role in drag enhancement. The pappus prolongs the descent of the seed. For wind-dispersed seeds...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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The Japan Society of Mechanical Engineers
2023-04-01
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| Series: | Journal of Fluid Science and Technology |
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| Online Access: | https://www.jstage.jst.go.jp/article/jfst/18/1/18_2023jfst0019/_pdf/-char/en |