Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Johan L van Leeuwen"
- Johan L Van Leeuwen's research primarily focuses on the biomechanics and sensorimotor control of various animal species, particularly in the context of locomotion and landing strategies.
- Recent findings demonstrate that bumblebees exhibit sophisticated flight control strategies, including rapid acceleration and deceleration during landings, and compensate for environmental factors like sidewind, indicating high adaptability in their flight mechanics.
- Additionally, Van Leeuwen explores energetics and propulsion in underwater movements, modeling how muscle activation affects squid tentacle extension and evaluating the cost of transport for robots imitating undulating fin propulsion, showcasing his interdisciplinary approach to bioinspired engineering.
