A dragonfly wing inspired biomimetic aerodynamic thrust bearing for increased load capacity
Yunluo Yu, Guang Pu, Tianchu Jiang, Kyle Jiang
Topics & Concepts
DragonflyAerodynamicsThrustWingThrust bearingBearing (navigation)Spiral (railway)Structural engineeringAngle of attackWing configurationBearing capacityAeroelasticityEngineeringVortexAerospace engineeringMaterials scienceMechanicsGeologyMechanical engineeringPhysicsPaleontologyAstronomyOdonataBiomimetic flight and propulsion mechanismsAdhesion, Friction, and Surface InteractionsTendon Structure and Treatment