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1. 1. Investigation of Arti cial Bacterial Flagella Propulsion

   University essay from KTH/Mekanik

   Author : Erik Naalsund Gjölberg; [2012]
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   Abstract : This thesis covers an implementation of the Boundary Element Method (BEM) to simulate an arti cial swimmer at zero Reynolds number. The swimmer has a spheroidal head, and a singular, helically shaped tail, called a agella. By imposing a rotating magnetic eld, the swimmer also rotates. This rotary motion causes the swimmer to propel forward. READ MORE