Browsing Faculty of Arts and Sciences by Keyword "Engineering, Aerospace"
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A Bike-Powered Washing Machine for Use on the International Space Station
(2015-06-26)As it stands, there are currently no means to wash clothing aboard the International Space Station (ISS). Astronauts are forced to re-wear their soiled clothes, despite having to exercise over two hours per day. Instead ... -
Design of Hybrid Passive and Active Mechanisms for Control of Insect-Scale Flapping-Wing Robots
(2015-09-20)Flying insects exhibit a remarkable ability to fly in environments that are small, cluttered and highly dynamic. Inspired by these animals, scientist have made great strides in understanding the aerodynamic mechanisms ... -
Mechanical design and manufacturing of an insect-scale flapping-wing robot
(2015-08-28)Despite the prevalence of insect flight as a form of locomotion in nature, manmade aerial systems have yet to match the aerial prowess of flying insects. Within a tiny body volume, flying insects embody the capabilities ...