Analytic results for the three-sphere swimmer at low Reynolds number.

The simple model of a low Reynolds number swimmer made from three spheres that are connected by two arms is considered in its general form and analyzed. The swimming velocity, force-velocity response, power consumption, and efficiency of the swimmer are calculated both for general deformations and a...

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Main Authors: Golestanian, R, Ajdari, A
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: 2008