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Kinematic Flapping Mechanism

A flapping-wing linkage modeled on an eagle wing.

Render of the flapping wing mechanism with both wings extendedFig. 1 CAD render
ContextWPI
RoleTeam project: mechanism design
Tools and processKinematics · Gear drive
PeriodWPI
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Overview

Inner and outer wing segments are driven by a single crank through a gear drive.

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Figures

Fig. 2Second view