...Naomi Kato This paper reviews the studies on the kinematics, hydrodynamics, and performance of median and paired fin (MPF) in fish and biomimetic mechanical systems from the viewpoint of enhancing the propulsive and maneuvering performance of marine vehicles at low speeds. Precise maneuverability...

... stability and to generate thrust. Drawing from these examples in nature, researchers have investigated the employment of wings to transform wave energy into propulsion and to improve a ship’s stability. Research has shown that bow wings can generate thrust while simultaneously enhancing ship stability...