Groynes: a factor modifying the occurrence of dragonfly larvae (Odonata) on a large lowland river
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DOI: 10.1071/mf16217
Abstract: The regulation of rivers and their valleys has had a strong, negative influence on the maintenance of their original biota. Nevertheless, some hydro-engineering works conducted along already regulated rivers may be beneficial, creating habitats for… read more here.
Keywords: dragonfly; dragonfly larvae; occurrence dragonfly; river ... See more keywords
A controllable dual-catapult system inspired by the biomechanics of the dragonfly larvae’s predatory strike
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DOI: 10.1126/scirobotics.abc8170
Abstract: The independently loaded synchronized dual-catapult system of dragonfly larvae can serve as a model for bioinspired robotics. The biomechanics underlying the predatory strike of dragonfly larvae is not yet understood. Dragonfly larvae are aquatic ambush… read more here.
Keywords: biomechanics; catapult system; dragonfly larvae; dual catapult ... See more keywords
The strike of the dragonfly larvae
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DOI: 10.1126/scirobotics.abf4718
Abstract: The predatory strike of dragonfly larvae can inspire the design of fast robotic movement with enhanced control and precision. The predatory strike of dragonfly larvae can inspire the design of fast robotic movement with enhanced… read more here.
Keywords: dragonfly larvae; strike dragonfly;