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The impact of the shark skin-inspired riblet concept application on the aircraft wing surface on aerodynamic performance

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The impact of the shark skin-inspired riblet concept application on the aircraft wing surface on aerodynamic performance

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A comprehensive review of sharkskin-inspired surfaces and riblet structures (also known as denticles) is conducted which is motivated by the desire to enhance aerodynamic efficiency and sustainability in modern aviation. Inspired by natural sea creatures like sharks, biomimetic surface alterations aim to reduce drag by altering the flow behavior around aerodynamic surfaces. This approach has gained increasing attention as a promising method for improving aircraft performance, particularly due to its direct impact on reducing fuel consumption. Following the literature review, a simple case study is presented to depict the suitability of riblet applications. The results demonstrated that riblet structures (denticles) can lead to significant drag reduction and, hence enhanced aerodynamic performance. These surface modifications not only can benefit conventional aircrafts but also offer a great promise for novel air vehicles, including unmanned aerial systems, electric aircraft, and urban air mobility platforms, where efficiency and extended range are critical. These findings highlight the potential of biomimetic surface designs as an effective solution in the development of next-generation aerospace systems.

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Kaynakça

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Ayrıntılar

Birincil Dil

İngilizce

Konular

Havacılık Yapıları, Uçak Performansı ve Uçuş Kontrol Sistemleri, Uzay Mühendisliği (Diğer)

Bölüm

Araştırma Makalesi

Yayımlanma Tarihi

31 Aralık 2025

Gönderilme Tarihi

8 Temmuz 2025

Kabul Tarihi

15 Eylül 2025

Yayımlandığı Sayı

Yıl 2025 Cilt: 6 Sayı: 2

Kaynak Göster

APA
Kaygan, E., & Aly, R. (2025). The impact of the shark skin-inspired riblet concept application on the aircraft wing surface on aerodynamic performance. International Journal of Aeronautics and Astronautics, 6(2), 79-98. https://doi.org/10.55212/ijaa.1736395
AMA
1.Kaygan E, Aly R. The impact of the shark skin-inspired riblet concept application on the aircraft wing surface on aerodynamic performance. International Journal of Aeronautics and Astronautics. 2025;6(2):79-98. doi:10.55212/ijaa.1736395
Chicago
Kaygan, Erdogan, ve Reem Aly. 2025. “The impact of the shark skin-inspired riblet concept application on the aircraft wing surface on aerodynamic performance”. International Journal of Aeronautics and Astronautics 6 (2): 79-98. https://doi.org/10.55212/ijaa.1736395.
EndNote
Kaygan E, Aly R (01 Aralık 2025) The impact of the shark skin-inspired riblet concept application on the aircraft wing surface on aerodynamic performance. International Journal of Aeronautics and Astronautics 6 2 79–98.
IEEE
[1]E. Kaygan ve R. Aly, “The impact of the shark skin-inspired riblet concept application on the aircraft wing surface on aerodynamic performance”, International Journal of Aeronautics and Astronautics, c. 6, sy 2, ss. 79–98, Ara. 2025, doi: 10.55212/ijaa.1736395.
ISNAD
Kaygan, Erdogan - Aly, Reem. “The impact of the shark skin-inspired riblet concept application on the aircraft wing surface on aerodynamic performance”. International Journal of Aeronautics and Astronautics 6/2 (01 Aralık 2025): 79-98. https://doi.org/10.55212/ijaa.1736395.
JAMA
1.Kaygan E, Aly R. The impact of the shark skin-inspired riblet concept application on the aircraft wing surface on aerodynamic performance. International Journal of Aeronautics and Astronautics. 2025;6:79–98.
MLA
Kaygan, Erdogan, ve Reem Aly. “The impact of the shark skin-inspired riblet concept application on the aircraft wing surface on aerodynamic performance”. International Journal of Aeronautics and Astronautics, c. 6, sy 2, Aralık 2025, ss. 79-98, doi:10.55212/ijaa.1736395.
Vancouver
1.Erdogan Kaygan, Reem Aly. The impact of the shark skin-inspired riblet concept application on the aircraft wing surface on aerodynamic performance. International Journal of Aeronautics and Astronautics. 01 Aralık 2025;6(2):79-98. doi:10.55212/ijaa.1736395

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