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This book, originally published in 1988, is about the uses and implications of elastic properties in various aspects of animal biology. After a brief study of the properties of elastic materials, the book considers the functions of springs in the bodies of animals. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in animal mechanics.

Table of Contents
Preface; 1. Elastic materials; 2. Springs as muscle antagonists; 3. Springs as energy stores: running; 4. Springs as energy stores: swimming and flight; 5. Fibre-wound animals; 6. Springs as catapults; 7. Suspension springs and shock absorbers; 8. Springs and control; 9. Springs and size; References; Index.

Elastic Mechanisms in Animal Movement

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      Publisher: Cambridge University Press
      Publication Date: 1/1/1988 12:00:00 AM
      ISBN13: 9780521349680, 978-0521349680
      ISBN10: 0521349680
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      Zoology and animal sciences

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      This book, originally published in 1988, is about the uses and implications of elastic properties in various aspects of animal biology. After a brief study of the properties of elastic materials, the book considers the functions of springs in the bodies of animals. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in animal mechanics.

      Table of Contents
      Preface; 1. Elastic materials; 2. Springs as muscle antagonists; 3. Springs as energy stores: running; 4. Springs as energy stores: swimming and flight; 5. Fibre-wound animals; 6. Springs as catapults; 7. Suspension springs and shock absorbers; 8. Springs and control; 9. Springs and size; References; Index.

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