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European Nightjar's Unique Flight Efficiency Offers Insights for Future Aviation Tech
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Researchers have discovered that the European nightjar generates thrust on its upward wingbeat, enabling extraordinary agility during long-distance migrations. This unique aerodynamic adaptation provides new, nature-inspired possibilities for designing agile and efficient flying technologies.
Researchers have discovered that the European nightjar generates thrust on its upward wingbeat, enabling extraordinary agility during long-distance migrations. This unique aerodynamic adaptation provides new, nature-inspired possibilities for designing agile and efficient flying technologies.