Cfd simulation of a hummingbird
Description:
The flow field generated by a Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulation of a hummingbird in motion is visualized, revealing intricate vortex structures created during its flight. These simulations provided detailed insights into the aerodynamic patterns, showcasing how the hummingbird generates
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lift and maneuverability through its unique wing movements. By visualizing the vortex structures, the simulation highlighted the dynamic interaction between the bird's wings and the surrounding airflow, offering a deeper understanding of the sophisticated mechanisms behind its hovering and flapping behaviors. This visualization serves as a valuable tool for studying bio-inspired flight dynamics and fluid-structure interactions. The images, animation and data used here are adapted from the work of: Haque Mohammad Nasirul, Cheng Bo, Tobalske Bret W. and Luo Haoxiang (2023) in the article titled 'Hummingbirds use wing inertial effects to improve maneuverability' published in the J. R. Soc. Interface. The source can be found at http://doi.org/10.1098/rsif.2023.0229 . The images, animation and data are licensed under Creative Commons Attribution License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
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