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The ultrastructure and mechanics of insect wing cuticles analysed as fibrous composites
Reference
S07722
Principal Investigator / Supervisor
Dr Robin Wootton
Co-Investigators /
Co-Supervisors
Professor Kenneth Evans
Institution
University of Exeter
Department
Biosciences
Funding type
Research
Value (£)
171,017
Status
Completed
Type
Research Grant
Start date
15/05/1997
End date
05/06/2000
Duration
37 months
Abstract
The mechanical properties and principal ultrastructural variables will be studied in parallel in a range of cuticular wing components, selected for their relevance to wing functioning in a range of insect species. The investigations will provide data for the numerical modelling and analysis of wing cuticles as fibrous composite materials. The chitin-free epicuticle will also be studied. The results will contribute significantly to flight biomechanics, to wing structural analysis and to biomaterials science. This study is a continuation of BBSRC grant S04978.
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Committee
Closed Committee - Animal Sciences (AS)
Research Topics
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Research Priority
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Funding Scheme
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