Spontaneous Synchronization of Beating Cilia: An Experimental Proof Using Vision-Based Control

This article investigates the formation of spontaneous coordination in a row of flexible 2D flaps (artificial cilia) in a chamber filled with a high viscous liquid (Re = 0.12). Each flap is driven individually to oscillate by a rotary motor with the root of the flap attached to its spindle axle. A c...

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Main Authors: Mohamed Elshalakani, Christoph H. Brücker
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2018-04-01
Series:Fluids
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2311-5521/3/2/30