A balance between aerodynamic and olfactory performance during flight in Drosophila

In addition to their aerodynamic properties, insect wings also move odor plumes closer to sensory organs. Li et al. show that Drosophila wings may trade optimal aerodynamic performance for improved olfactory function during flight.

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Autores principales: Chengyu Li, Haibo Dong, Kai Zhao
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Lenguaje:EN
Publicado: Nature Portfolio 2018
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Acceso en línea:https://doaj.org/article/7b263cf31ae347f3b911c4380505c887
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Sumario:In addition to their aerodynamic properties, insect wings also move odor plumes closer to sensory organs. Li et al. show that Drosophila wings may trade optimal aerodynamic performance for improved olfactory function during flight.