We consider the hydrodynamics of creatures capable of sustaining themselves on the water
surface by means other than flotation. Particular attention is given to classifying water …

This report presents an in-depth review of the current state of knowledge on hull slamming,
which is one of several types of slamming problems to be considered in the design and …

We present the results of a combined experimental and theoretical investigation of the
dynamics of water-walking insects and spiders. Using high-speed videography, we describe …

Dorsal and anal fins are median fins located above and below the centre of mass of fishes,
each having a moment arm relative to the longitudinal axis. Understanding the kinematics of …

Locomotion has influenced the ecology, evolution, and extinction of species throughout
history, yet studying locomotion in the fossil record is challenging. Computational …

Momentum transfer from the water surface is strongly related to the dynamical scale and
morphology of jumping animals. Here, we investigate the scale-dependent momentum …

A full understanding of the mechanics of locomotion can be achieved by incorporating
descriptions of (1) three-dimensional kinematics of propulsor movement,(2) material …

Numerical simulations are used to investigate the flow associated with a bluegill sunfish
(Lepomis macrochirus) pectoral fin during steady forward motion. The simulations are …

Water provides a unique challenge for legged locomotion because it readily yields to any
applied force. Previous studies have shown that static stability during locomotion is possible …

Here, we present a suite of photogrammetric methods for reconstructing insect wing
kinematics, to provide instantaneous topographic maps of the wing surface. We filmed …