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Ali Najafi1, Rojman Zargar

  • 1Department of Physics, Zanjan University, Zanjan 313, Iran. najafi@znu.ac.ir

Physical Review. E, Statistical, Nonlinear, and Soft Matter Physics
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This study introduces a 3D model of a low-Reynolds-number swimmer, inspired by microorganisms. Changing model parameters allows control over the swimmer's velocity and direction of motion.

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Area of Science:

  • Fluid dynamics
  • Biophysics
  • Robotics

Background:

  • Microorganisms propel themselves using various mechanisms.
  • Understanding low-Reynolds-number locomotion is crucial for micro-robotics and biological studies.
  • Existing models often simplify complex biological swimmers.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce and analyze a novel three-dimensional model of a low-Reynolds-number swimmer.
  • To investigate the relationship between model parameters and swimmer locomotion.
  • To provide insights into the propulsion mechanisms of microorganisms.

Main Methods:

  • Development of a three-dimensional model comprising two spheres (head and tail) connected by two perpendicular rods.
  • Mathematical analysis of the model's geometry and kinematics.
  • Simulation of swimmer dynamics by varying rod length and orientation parameters.

Main Results:

  • The model successfully simulates propulsion through nonreciprocal changes in rod length and orientation.
  • Translational and rotational velocities were analyzed for various parameter values.
  • Demonstrated that key parameters can be adjusted to control both speed and direction of movement.

Conclusions:

  • The proposed model offers a simplified yet effective representation of micro-swimmers.
  • Parameter control allows for tunable locomotion, applicable to micro-robot design.
  • The findings contribute to understanding biological propulsion at low Reynolds numbers.