Vortex Dynamics and Wave Propulsion Analysis Imitating Flatworm Wing Morphology

Ji-xin LI , Hai-long JIANG

Science Technology and Engineering ›› 2025, Vol. 25 ›› Issue (13) : 5297 -5304.

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Science Technology and Engineering ›› 2025, Vol. 25 ›› Issue (13) : 5297-5304 DOI: 10.12404/j.issn.1671-1815.2404454
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Vortex Dynamics and Wave Propulsion Analysis Imitating Flatworm Wing Morphology
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In order to investigate the vortex characteristics and wave propulsion generated by the undulating pectoral fins of the flatworm, a simplified model of the flatworm's pectoral fin was re-established using the linear interpolation method in MATLAB. The relationship between thrust and kinetic energy, during the flatworm's swimming was derived, and the undulating posture of the flatworm was simulated using Fluent software. The results show that compared to similar MPF propulsion fish species such as rays and cownose rays, the flatworm, due to its narrow and elongated body structure, exhibits better stability, adaptability, and flexibility in water. When the Reynolds number is set to 1.05 × 105, the pectoral fins of the flatworm demonstrates more stable thrust, effectively reducing flow separation and turbulence effects. At a frequency of 0.6 Hz and a wavelength of 2.5 m, the pectoral fins displays optimal undulating parameters, enhancing fluid mixing and energy transfer efficiency, thereby improving the flatworm's propulsion performance. It is concluded that, during the mid-phase of an undulation cycle, the pressure distribution on the pectoral fins changes significantly, with the lift efficiency being highest at the peak of the undulation.

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biomimicry / hydrodynamic properties / wave propulsion / adaptive mesh techniques / computational fluid dynamics

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Ji-xin LI, Hai-long JIANG. Vortex Dynamics and Wave Propulsion Analysis Imitating Flatworm Wing Morphology. Science Technology and Engineering, 2025, 25(13): 5297-5304 DOI:10.12404/j.issn.1671-1815.2404454

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