Raphael Zufferey,Robert Siddall,Sophie F. Armanini,Mirko Kovac
Between Sea and Sky: Aerial Aquatic Locomotion in Miniature Robots
Between Sea and Sky: Aerial Aquatic Locomotion in Miniature Robots
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This book reports on the state of the art in aerial-aquatic locomotion, focusing on the challenges of translating this ability from nature to synthetic systems and describing innovative engineering solutions. It covers physical and mathematical aspects, miniaturization, propulsion, control, communication, and fabrication, with case studies on propulsive aquatic escape, water impact, and hybrid sailing and flying aircraft. It provides a comprehensive and timely reference guide for researchers, students, and professionals, inspiring future research and fostering a stronger multidisciplinary discussion.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 247 pages
Publication date: 05 January 2023
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG
This comprehensive book delves into the cutting-edge field of aerial-aquatic locomotion, focusing on the challenges and innovative engineering solutions involved in translating this natural ability into synthetic systems. After providing a general introduction to the topic, the book explores the fundamental physical and mathematical aspects of multimodal locomotion, including the physics of fluids, structural mechanics, and power provision. It also discusses the opportunities and obstacles of miniaturization for both robots and animals.
The book then presents applied engineering considerations, covering relevant hardware aspects such as propulsion, control, communication, and fabrication. Detailed case studies are analyzed, showcasing the latest research carried out by the authors on topics such as propulsive aquatic escape, the mechanics of water impact, and hybrid sailing and flying aircraft.
Offering extensive and timely information on the design, construction, and operation of small-scale robots and multimodal locomotion, this book serves as a valuable reference guide for researchers, students, and professionals in the field. It also provides insights into bioinspired approaches and inspires future research and development in this exciting and rapidly evolving area.
Weight: 415g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030895778
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022
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