Oct 1, 2021 · Membrane wings are thin and flexible elastic structures of zero bending rigidity, such that the membrane shape is controlled by an equilibrium of forces between the …

Feb 7, 2025 · In the current study, we focus on the aerodynamic performance of a rectangular membrane wing subjected to harmonic transverse gust. Aerodynamic forces, membrane …

Membrane wings display unique aerodynamic characteristics due to their aero-elastic nature, which can provide performance improvements over their rigid airfoil counterpart.

Bats fly using significantly different wing motions from other fliers, stemming from the complex interplay of their membrane wings’ motion and structural properties.

To address this, in this project we aim to explore the potential of embedded electromechanical systems on membrane wings to achieve on-demand aerodynamic performance.

In this study, we present a flexible membrane wing design for flapping wing flight that passively deforms under fluid dynamic loading and maintains a positive camber during the front and …

A special focus has been given to the membrane wings of bats, who possess impressive maneuvering and gliding abilities without relying upon high-frequency wing flapping for lift …

Mar 30, 2024 · We present a steady jet-flow-based flow control of flexible membrane wings for the adaptive and efficient motion of bat-inspired drones in complex flight environments.

Apr 28, 2022 · In this study, the aerodynamic and deformable characteristics of flapping wings with different wing membrane materials have been experimentally investigated. Three …

Jan 1, 2017 · The theory is compared with results from numerical simulations that couple the structural deformation of the membrane with the fluid flow and also with experimental …