3 papers
physics.flu-dyn2026
Optimized Fish Locomotion using Design-by-Morphing and Bayesian Optimization
Hamayun Farooq, Imran Akhtar, Muhammad Saif Ullah Khalid +1
Nature has always inspired scientists and engineers to understand the underlying mechanism leading to optimal design in bio-inspired dynamics. This study presents a computational f…
physics.flu-dyn2025
Characterizing the Role of Hind Flippers in Hydrodynamics of A Harbor Seal
Amirhossein Fardi, Hamayun Farooq, Imran Akhtar +2
In this paper, we investigate the hydrodynamic characteristics of harbor seal locomotion, focusing on the role of hind flippers in thrust generation and wake dynamics. Through thre…
physics.flu-dyn2024
Enhancing Thrust in Flapping Airfoils Through Wake Interactions with Oscillating Cylinder
Amir Khan, Imran Akhtar, Muhammad Saif Ullah Khalid
Inspired by the natural motion of insects, fish, and other animals, flapping airfoils have gained significant importance due to their applications in fields such as ship propulsion…