Use and function of a leading edge flap on the wings of eagles

Carruthers, AC; Taylor, GK; Walker, SM; Thomas, ALR

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In this paper we present video evidence of unsteady maneuvers in which leading edge feather deflections occur on the wings of an Eagle in free flight. High-speed video is used to analyze the use of these feathers in greater detail during landing sequences. The results suggest that the feathers are being used as a means to stabilize the wing during these unsteady maneuvers. A novel method of measuring wing profiles of a bird in free flight is outlined.

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Carruthers, A. C., Taylor, G. K., Walker, S. M., & Thomas, A. L. R. (2007). Use and function of a leading edge flap on the wings of eagles. Collection of Technical Papers - 45th AIAA Aerospace Sciences Meeting, 1, 382–390.

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Carruthers, A. C., et al. “Use and Function of a Leading Edge Flap on the Wings of Eagles.” Collection of Technical Papers - 45th AIAA Aerospace Sciences Meeting, vol. 1, 2007, pp. 382–90.

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Carruthers, AC, GK Taylor, SM Walker, and ALR Thomas. 2007. “Use and Function of a Leading Edge Flap on the Wings of Eagles.” Collection of Technical Papers - 45th AIAA Aerospace Sciences Meeting 1: 382–90.
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University of Oxford

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Oxford, MPLS, Zoology

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University of Oxford

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Oxford, MPLS, Zoology

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University of Oxford

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Journal:: Collection of Technical Papers - 45th AIAA Aerospace Sciences Meeting
Volume:: 1
Pages:: 382-390
Publication date:: 2007-01-01
URN:: uuid:c2e05de6-7e74-43b5-b498-70831ca4c627
Source identifiers:: 164982
Local pid:: pubs:164982

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