Aerodynamic Influence of Leading-Edge Serrations on an Airfoil in a Low Reynolds Number

It is well-known that the flapping sound of owl wings is much less than that of other birds. Fine serrations equally spaced apart is found at the leading edge of the primary feathers (remiges) of owl wings, and seems to produce the silencing effect. Paying attention to the owl's posture dur...

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Main Author: Shinichiro ITO
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: The Japan Society of Mechanical Engineers 2009-01-01
Series:Journal of Biomechanical Science and Engineering
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Online Access:https://www.jstage.jst.go.jp/article/jbse/4/1/4_1_117/_pdf/-char/en