They could boost the performance of aircraft, too. Lining aircraft wings with rows of lightweight flaps that mimic covert feathers can increase lift, reduce drag and prevent stall, researchers report ...

As per to research published on October 28 in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, the Traditional aircraft wings typically use flaps and spoilers, controlled by mechanical systems to ...

Modern airplanes are inspired by birds but Princeton researchers find one aspect, we have not used so far and it could help ...

“The discovery of this new mechanism unlocked a secret behind why birds have these feathers near the front of the wings and how we can use these flaps for aircraft,” added Aimy Wissa, a ...

Taking inspiration from bird feathers, Princeton engineers have found that adding rows of flaps to a remote-controlled ...

The technology echoes bird biology, specifically covert wing feathers that birds use when landing or facing turbulent winds.

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Taking inspiration from bird feathers, Princeton engineers have found that adding rows of flaps to a remote-controlled aircraft’s wings improves flight performance and helps prevent stalling ...

If you ever sit in an airplane row overlooking a wing, then you probably notice multiple flaps along its edges that adjust during takeoffs and landings. Much like bird feathers, these components are ...