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Pectoral fins of humpback whales inspire new flight technology

Rosdorf - From the ocean to the sky, the humpback whale's large pectoral fins have been the inspiration for the development of new aerodynamic technology to help fast-moving helicopters, maintain lift and increase manoeuvrability.

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