Nature's flyers
David Alexander
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Nature's flyers
Published
2002
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press
Pages
358
ISBN-13
9780801867569
ISBN-10
0801867568
Description
"David E. Alexander's fascination with the many animals and plants that have harnessed the air is evident in this detailed account of our current scientific understanding of the primary aspects of flight in nature. Instead of relying on elaborate mathematical equations, Alexander explains the physical basis of flight with sharp prose and clear diagrams. Drawing upon bats, birds, insects, pterosaurs, and even winged seeds, he details the basic operating principles of winds and then moves through more complex modes of animal flight, including gliding, flapping, and maneuvering. In addition to summarizing the latest thinking about flight's energy costs, Alexander presents a holistic view of flight and its ramifications as he explores the ecology and evolution of flying animals, addressing behaviorally important topics such as migration and navigation. The author concludes his study by examining the extent to which natural flight has been inspiring or instructive for the architects of human flight - airplane designers and engineers."--Jacket.
Subjects
Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator
The First Men in the Moon
De la terre à la lune
Terre des hommes
NASA/DoD aerospace knowledge diffusion research project
Le Tour du Monde en Quatre-Vingts Jours
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Nature's flyers?
This edition of Nature's flyers has approximately 358 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Nature's flyers?
For most readers, Nature's flyers typically takes between 7h 28m and 4h 58m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 89,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 5h 58m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 12 days • Estimated word count: 89,500 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Nature's flyers?
The estimated word count for Nature's flyers is approximately 89,500 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Nature's flyers?
Nature's flyers was written by David Alexander.
When was Nature's flyers published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2002. The original work may have been published on a different date.