Publications by authors named "Eric Jaworski"
Proc Biol Sci
October 2023
Article Synopsis
- Animal locomotion showcases a remarkable adaptability, particularly in flight, where mechanics and neural control must integrate effectively to cope with changes in mass and inertia.
- Researchers tested fruit flies in a virtual reality setting to understand how they adapt their flight mechanics when faced with increased inertia.
- Despite added inertia slowing their response times, flies compensated by adjusting their neural control, maintaining stability and flight performance, while mathematical models predicted lower performance, highlighting the complexity of flight neuromechanics.
