The shape of biological structures, ranging from flower petals to the limbs or organs of animals, is often naturally best ...

This research applies the moving frame method (MFM) to the multi-body dynamic analysis of an OC3 phase IV spar buoy with the NREL 5MW turbine. Further, it verifies previous results obtained through ...

The word petite usually strikes up an image of a dainty attractive woman. It’s a common term used in the sartorial world, but the meaning is often misconstrued. Petite usually refers to the height of ...

Formal explanations of the dynamics of free and heavy tops are considered to be known for centuries. However, intuitive understanding of their unexpected behavior is still a challenge. In this paper, ...

Edited* by Mimi A. R. Koehl, University of California, Berkeley, CA, and approved October 24, 2011 (received for review May 12, 2011) Maneuverability is critical to the movement of animals in their ...

Just as the Wright brothers implemented controls to achieve stable airplane flight, flying insects have evolved behavioral strategies that ensure recovery from flight disturbances. Pioneering studies ...