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It's much more power efficient at low Reynolds numbers. At higher Reynolds, a fixed wing is more efficient. We see this optimization with birds. Larger birds l
by nether 13y ago
It's much more power efficient at low Reynolds numbers. At higher Reynolds, a fixed wing is more efficient.
We see this optimization with birds. Larger birds like albatrosses flap much less than hummingbirds.
- netcraft 13y agoI see, so this makes more sense for a smaller vehicle, but for human sized transportation its much better to have a fixed wing. Thanks!