► Description: |
Experimental
Hydrodynamics of Fast-Floating Aquatic
Animals presents the latest research on
the physiological, morphological and
evolutionary factors in aquatic animal
locomotion. Beginning with an overview on
how to conduct experiments on swimming
aquatic animals, assessing hydrodynamic
forces, resistance and geometric
parameters of animal bodies, the book then
details how aquatic animals, such as
fast-moving dolphins, can achieve high
speeds without over-expelling their energy
resources. It provides insights into
investigations on how animals, including
dolphins, sharks and swordfish can
maneuver through water at high speeds,
offering a natural model for improving
human and technological underwater
locomotion.
This book is essential for researchers and
practicing biologists interested in the
study of aquatic animal locomotive
physiology and its application to human
technology. Advanced undergraduate and
graduate students will also find this a
helpful academic resource for further
understanding animal hydrodynamics.
|