Science
Structure of owl feathers inspires prospect of quieter aircraft – E&T Magazine
A UK study has revealed how micro-structured finlets on owl feathers enable silent flight – a discovery that could pave the way for reducing the noise of future…
A UK study has revealed how micro-structured finlets on owl feathers enable silent flight a discovery that could pave the way for reducing the noise of future aircraft.
The study was conducted by researchers at City, University of London, led by Professor Christoph Bruecker, and was published in the Institute of Physics journal, Bioinspiration and Biomimetics.
Their research outlines their translation of the detailed 3D geometry data of typical owl feather examples provided by Professor Hermann…
-
General10 hours agoCoroner to examine treatment of woman who died three days after surgery performed by former Queensland premier’s partner
-
General13 hours agoAlbanese beats drum on economy as trade clouds gather
-
Business10 hours agoWhy Antipa, Cettire, Magnetic Resources, and Steadfast shares are pushing higher
-
Noosa News12 hours agoSurgeon partner of former premier to testify over his patient’s death