Structure and Bending Properties of Central Part of Tail Fin of Dolphin
Dolphins swim by vertical oscillation of their tail fins which have been considered to play an important role for generating thrust. The propulsive performance of the tail fin relates with the structure and the mechanical properties of the tail fin. Our objectives are to investigate the structure an...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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The Japan Society of Mechanical Engineers
2010-08-01
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Series: | Journal of Biomechanical Science and Engineering |
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Online Access: | https://www.jstage.jst.go.jp/article/jbse/5/4/5_4_388/_pdf/-char/en |