The Progress of Aerodynamic Mechanisms Based on Avian Leading-Edge Alula and Future Study Recommendations

Birds in nature have many unique devices to help them acquire excellent flight abilities under various complex flight conditions. One of the unique devices is the leading-edge alula, located at the junction of the arm wing and the hand wing of most birds. It often spreads out during takeoff and land...

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Main Authors: Han Bao, Bifeng Song, Wenqing Yang, Jianlin Xuan, Dong Xue
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-10-01
Series:Aerospace
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2226-4310/8/10/295