Straighten Up and Fly Right: Moths Benefit More from Flexible Wings than Rigid
Monday, June 29, 2009 - 16:49
in Biology & Nature
New research using high-speed digital imaging shows that, at least for some insects, wings that flex and deform, something like what happens to a heavy beach towel when you snap it to get rid of the sand, are the best for staying aloft.
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