How Fish Swim by Jaywant H Arakeri
Offered By: International Centre for Theoretical Sciences via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the fascinating world of aquatic locomotion in this lecture on how fish swim. Delve into the diverse swimming techniques of various aquatic animals, from sharks to eels to stingrays. Investigate the efficiency of fish swimming compared to man-made underwater vehicles and examine the importance of flexibility in fish bodies and fins. Consider questions about drag reduction through special skin textures and the definition of efficiency for self-propelling bodies moving at constant speed. Learn about the wakes created by swimming fish and their potential 'quietness'. Analyze video examples of dolphin and human swimming techniques to gain a deeper understanding of aquatic movement principles.
Syllabus
How fish swim? by Jaywant H Arakeri
Taught by
International Centre for Theoretical Sciences
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