Supplementary material from "Tuna locomotion: a computational hydrodynamic analysis of finlet function"
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Finlets are a series of small non-retractable fins common to scombrid fishes (mackerels, bonitos and tunas) which are known for their high swimming speed. It is hypothesized these small fins could potentially affect propulsive performance. Here, we combine experimental and computational approaches to investigate the hydrodynamics of finlets in yellowfin tuna (Thunnus albacares) during steady swimming. High-speed videos were obtained to provide kinematic data on the in vivo motion of finlets. High-fidelity simulations were then carried out to examine the hydrodynamic performance and vortex dynamics of a biologically realistic multiple-finlet model with reconstructed kinematics. It was found that finlets undergo both heaving and pitching motion and are delayed in phase from anterior to posterior along the body. Simulation results show that finlets were drag producing and did not produce thrust. The interactions among finlets helped reduce total finlet drag by 21.5%. Pitching motions of finlets helped reduce the power consumed by finlets during swimming by 20.8% compared with non-pitching finlets. Moreover, the pitching finlets created constructive forces to facilitate posterior body flapping. Wake dynamics analysis revealed a unique vortex tube matrix structure and cross-flow streams redirected by the pitching finlets, which supports their hydrodynamic function in scombrid fishes. Limitations on modelling and the generality of results are also discussed.
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Wang, Junshi; Wainwright, Dylan K.; Lindengren, Royce E.; Lauder, George V.; Dong, Haibo (2020). Supplementary material from "Tuna locomotion: a computational hydrodynamic analysis of finlet function". The Royal Society. Collection. https://doi.org/10.6084/m9.figshare.c.4915584.v1