3 papers
physics.flu-dyn2025
Clapping propulsion and thin vortex rings: a computational study of vortex dynamics, energy equivalence, and core potential energy
Suyog V. Mahulkar, Jaywant H. Arakeri
We report a computational study of clapping propulsion using two thin rigid plates forming a 60-degree interplate cavity that generates a thrust-producing jet during closure. Plate…
physics.flu-dyn2023
Comparison of moving and stationary clapping bodies
Suyog V Mahulkar, Jaywant H Arakeri
We report differences in the flow dynamics and in the body kinematics between a clapping body that is allowed to propel forward freely (Dynamic) and one that is constrained from mo…
physics.flu-dyn2023
A self propelling clapping body
Suyog Mahulkar, Jaywant Arakeri
We report an experimental study of the motion of a clapping body consisting of two flat plates pivoted at the leading edge by a torsion spring. Clapping motion and forward propulsi…