CC de Visser

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Dr. C.C. de Visser is a leading researcher in the aerodynamics and flight dynamics of flapping-wing micro aerial vehicles (FWMAVs), with a particular focus on the intricate interactions between wing wakes and tail surfaces. His most-cited work, "Modelling wing wake and tail aerodynamics of a flapping-wing micro aerial vehicle" (2019, 18 citations), addresses a critical gap in the field: while tailless FWMAV designs attract significant interest, tailed configurations offer crucial advantages in static stability and simplified control. De Visser’s research demonstrates that tail aerodynamics are far from trivial, being highly complex due to the unsteady wake from the flapping wings. By developing sophisticated models to capture these interactions, he provides essential insights for designing more stable and controllable bio-inspired drones. His contributions are foundational for engineers seeking to balance aerodynamic efficiency with practical flight stability, making his work a key reference in the growing field of micro aerial vehicle design.