The Euler spiral of rat whiskers
E. L. Starostin, Robyn A. Grant, Gary Dougill, G.H.M. van der Heijden, V.G.A. Goss
Abstract
with the normal to the spherical virtual surface formed by the tips of whiskers, which constitutes the rat's tactile sensory shroud or "search space." The implications of the linear curvature model for gaining insight into relationships between growth, form, and function are discussed.
Topics & Concepts
WhiskerWhiskersSpiral (railway)CurvatureEuler's formulaLogarithmic spiralCable theoryMathematical analysisMaterials scienceMathematicsGeometryPhysicsComposite materialMechanical engineeringEngineeringCable glandCable harnessNeural dynamics and brain functionPlant and Biological Electrophysiology StudiesSpaceflight effects on biology