Hearing on the fly: the effects of wing position on noctuid moth hearing
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DOI: 10.1242/jeb.156588
Abstract: ABSTRACT The ear of the noctuid moth has only two auditory neurons, A1 and A2, which function in detecting predatory bats. However, the noctuid's ears are located on the thorax behind the wings. Therefore, as… read more here.
Keywords: noctuid moth; position; hearing fly; fly effects ... See more keywords
Aerodynamic Effects of Wing-Mounted Engine Nacelle on High-Lift Configuration of Turboprop Airliner
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DOI: 10.2514/1.c034529
Abstract: For most turboprop transport and passenger airplanes, the engine nacelle is connected directly to the lower surface of the wing, which causes unfavorable effects on the aerodynamic performance of t... read more here.
Keywords: aerodynamic effects; wing mounted; effects wing; turboprop ... See more keywords