![]() ![]() ![]() This paper focuses on the effects of structure, mechanical properties, and morphology of dragonfly wings on their flyability, followed by the implications in fabrication and modeling. The mechanical properties of dragonfly wings need to be understood in order to perform simulated models. The wing structure, especially corrugation, on dragonflies is believed to enhance aerodynamic performance. The veins and membranes have a complex design within the wing that give rise to whole-wing characteristics which result in dragonflies being supremely versatile, maneuverable fliers. All dragonflies and damselflies (Order Odonata) undergo simple or incomplete metamorphosis. Their young are aquatic, and they require water to complete their life cycle. The order Odonata (dragonflies and damselflies) is among the most-ancestral insects with drastic morphological changes upon metamorphosis, in which under Insects comprise over half of the described species, and the acquisition of metamorphosis must have contributed to their diversity and prosperity. The wings of dragonflies are mainly composed of veins and membranes, a typical nanocomposite material. Dragonflies and damselflies aren't zipping about the pond to enjoy the scenery, though. Relative to the large number of works on its flight aerodynamics, few researchers have focused on the insect wing structure and its mechanical properties. They are definitely migratory, traveling south along the Lake Michigan shoreline each fall with masses of Green Darners. ![]() Scientists have been intrigued by them and have carried out research for biomimetic applications. Red Saddlebag Dragonflies is in a large group of often-flashy dragonflies. Dragonfly wings possess great stability and high load-bearing capacity during flapping flight, glide, and hover. ![]()
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