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Hannah Wiswell
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Avian-Inspired Engineering: Learning from Birds to Design Safer Aircraft for Humans - Hannah Wiswell

Inspired by bird flight, this research investigates how wingtip feathers influence aerodynamics. Using bioinspired design, 3D-printed models, and wind tunnel experiments, it isolates the effects of feather separation, bending, and twisting. These insights improve aircraft stability, lift, and maneuverability, offering pathways to safer and more efficient aviation in turbulent environments.