February 2018 PMID 29436512

Shark skin-inspired designs that improve aerodynamic performance.

August G Domel, Mehdi Saadat, James C Weaver, Hossein Haj-Hariri, Katia Bertoldi, George V Lauder

Mentions

41
Peak: 9 in Jan 2021
across 5 sources since Feb 2018

Extended reach

3,944,125
potential audience

Total likes

119,085

Video views

3,868,221

Mentions per month

Feb 2018 – Oct 2025

Where it's discussed

  • X / Twitter27 posts
  • YouTube6 videos
  • News6 articles
  • Reddit1 posts
  • Blogs1 articles

AI synopsis

What people are saying

Overall, the discussions reflect strong curiosity and support for aerodynamic innovations inspired by shark denticles, evidenced by responses like '@georgelauder' sharing patent awards and others discussing experimental results. The use of technical terms and references to patents indicates active engagement, but some posts debate underlying mechanisms, demonstrating critical thinking and a nuanced view of its potential impact.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the potential of shark skin-inspired designs for aerodynamic improvements, with comments suggesting they are promising or comparable to existing technologies.

InterestHigh interest

The social discussions show high interest, as users are intrigued by the topic, with references to patents, experiments, and potential applications like aircraft and Formula 1.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants are engaging by referencing scientific investigations, sharing images, and suggesting technical considerations, indicating active involvement.

ImpactModerate impact

While some discussions mention significant potential improvements, many focus on preliminary research and theoretical applications, suggesting a moderate perceived impact.

Abstract in brief

  • This research explores how shark skin-inspired denticle designs can improve the aerodynamics of aerofoils by reducing drag and increasing lift, achieving significant lift-to-drag ratio improvements, especially at low angles of attack.
  • The improvements are achieved through two key mechanisms: the formation of separation bubbles that enhance pressure distribution and the creation of streamwise vortices that restore boundary layer momentum, both inspired by shark denticle structures.
  • These findings suggest new directions for aeronautical design by mimicking shark denticles, revealing their potential multifunctional role in enhancing swimming and flight efficiency through complex surface morphologies.]

Top posts

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georgelauder
@georgelauder · X

I'm very excited to say that today my awesome collaborators and I were awarded U.S. Patent No. 10,882,606 for shark skin-inspired devices that improve hydrodynamics. Paper with all authors at https://t.co/4ykXyfze9Y. #fishsci #sharks #SharkScience https://t.co/q3Suy8Iimb

Jan 5, 2021 · 235 likes · 31 shares · 3,002 followers View post →
georgelauder
@georgelauder · X

Something different for #SharkScaleSaturday today: top and side views of an airfoil completely covered with 3D-printed shark denticles! (see https://t.co/mL4wANmXoP). Denticles increase lift as well as reduce drag. #fishsci #sharkskin #sharks #SharkScience https://t.co/KL311MeuIb

Jun 29, 2019 · 39 likes · 11 shares · 3,002 followers View post →
georgelauder
@georgelauder · X

@FredrikJutfelt Yes indeed! We studied 20 different configurations, including bumps ... the supplemental material here has pictures and tests of all configurations https://t.co/PAI4123Ron

Jan 19, 2019 · 6 likes · 2 shares · 3,002 followers View post →
Prof. Christine Böhmer
@VertEvo · X

Experimental and simulation-based investigations into #aerodynamic effects of novel denticle-inspired designs. Improvements of up to 323%.

Jan 6, 2021 · 6 likes · 4 shares · 1,174 followers View post →
James Shepard
@jumpjim · X

@dr_obbs Isn’t this just a variation on shark skin “Riblet” or denticle inspired wing coating films to induce micro turbulence…? These were showing significant drag reductions for aircraft usage. https://t.co/Dq5u4pbQCR

Oct 22, 2025 · 21,888 followers View post →
Amani Webber-Schultz
@Curly_Biologist · X

RT @georgelauder: I'm very excited to say that today my awesome collaborators and I were awarded U.S. Patent No. 10,882,606 for shark skin-…

Jan 5, 2021 · 31 shares · 14,112 followers View post →

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James Shepard
@jumpjim · X

@dr_obbs Isn’t this just a variation on shark skin “Riblet” or denticle inspired wing coating films to induce micro turbulence…? These were showing significant drag reductions for aircraft usage. https://t.co/Dq5u4pbQCR

Oct 22, 2025 · 21,888 followers View post →
Darwin Boor
@BoorDarwin · X

@SpaceX @Boca_Bill_R Bill, Has SpaceX considered this: Shark skin-inspired designs that improve aerodynamic performance | Journal of The Royal Society Interface https://t.co/6HR58kTjyW

Jun 28, 2024 · 245 followers View post →
Darwin Boor
@BoorDarwin · X

@Gwynne_Shotwell @SpaceX Gwynne, Have your engineers considered this: Shark skin-inspired designs that improve aerodynamic performance | Journal of The Royal Society Interface https://t.co/6HR58kTjyW

Jun 28, 2024 · 245 followers View post →
Darwin Boor
@BoorDarwin · X

@elonmusk Consider this. Shark skin-inspired designs that improve aerodynamic performance | Journal of The Royal Society Interface https://t.co/6HR58kTjyW PS: Happy birthday

Jun 28, 2024 · 245 followers View post →
Pauline Comini
@_Ystenn_ · X

@astropierre Ou alors, on cherche au contraire à avoir une couche de flux turbulent pour diminuer les frottements !

Jul 31, 2022 · 84 followers View post →
Zaphod_Beeblebrox
@kooi1970 · X

@ApexOutbrake @ScarbsTech @MercedesAMGF1 https://t.co/5p1K34trLC

Jul 19, 2022 · 124 followers View post →
Stephen W. Nuchia
@StephenWNuchia · X

@pettinglions @soFISHtication https://t.co/BdAmdVbdHF

May 18, 2021 · 204 followers View post →
Andrzej Wolniewicz
@ASWolniewicz · X

RT @VertEvo: Experimental and simulation-based investigations into #aerodynamic effects of novel denticle-inspired designs. Improvements of…

Jan 6, 2021 · 4 shares · 1,830 followers View post →
Kuzco
@Kuzco297 · X

RT @VertEvo: Experimental and simulation-based investigations into #aerodynamic effects of novel denticle-inspired designs. Improvements of…

Jan 6, 2021 · 4 shares · 283 followers View post →
Alexandra Houssaye
@HoussayeCnrs · X

RT @VertEvo: Experimental and simulation-based investigations into #aerodynamic effects of novel denticle-inspired designs. Improvements of…

Jan 6, 2021 · 4 shares · 702 followers View post →
Prof. Christine Böhmer
@VertEvo · X

Experimental and simulation-based investigations into #aerodynamic effects of novel denticle-inspired designs. Improvements of up to 323%.

Jan 6, 2021 · 6 likes · 4 shares · 1,174 followers View post →
Katrina Rankin
@kjrankin88 · X

RT @georgelauder: I'm very excited to say that today my awesome collaborators and I were awarded U.S. Patent No. 10,882,606 for shark skin-…

Jan 5, 2021 · 31 shares · 496 followers View post →
Amani Webber-Schultz
@Curly_Biologist · X

RT @georgelauder: I'm very excited to say that today my awesome collaborators and I were awarded U.S. Patent No. 10,882,606 for shark skin-…

Jan 5, 2021 · 31 shares · 14,112 followers View post →
Milton Tan
@mtanichthys · X

RT @georgelauder: I'm very excited to say that today my awesome collaborators and I were awarded U.S. Patent No. 10,882,606 for shark skin-…

Jan 5, 2021 · 31 shares · 5,095 followers View post →
georgelauder
@georgelauder · X

I'm very excited to say that today my awesome collaborators and I were awarded U.S. Patent No. 10,882,606 for shark skin-inspired devices that improve hydrodynamics. Paper with all authors at https://t.co/4ykXyfze9Y. #fishsci #sharks #SharkScience https://t.co/q3Suy8Iimb

Jan 5, 2021 · 235 likes · 31 shares · 3,002 followers View post →
Steven Armour
@ArmourMSG · X

@biologistimo @Curly_Biologist This is shark skin: https://t.co/hRc1CGzdHo

Jan 5, 2021 · 202 followers View post →
‘EWA WAHINE’ONIUHINUI (she/they/it)
@Evoincarnate · X

RT @georgelauder: Something different for #SharkScaleSaturday today: top and side views of an airfoil completely covered with 3D-printed sh…

Jun 29, 2019 · 11 shares · 3,181 followers View post →
Lindsay Laughner
@linds4fins · X

RT @georgelauder: Something different for #SharkScaleSaturday today: top and side views of an airfoil completely covered with 3D-printed sh…

Jun 29, 2019 · 11 shares · 4,921 followers View post →
Göktürk Memduh ÖZKAN
@GokturkMOzkan · X

RT @georgelauder: Something different for #SharkScaleSaturday today: top and side views of an airfoil completely covered with 3D-printed sh…

Jun 29, 2019 · 11 shares · 182 followers View post →
Milton Tan
@mtanichthys · X

RT @georgelauder: Something different for #SharkScaleSaturday today: top and side views of an airfoil completely covered with 3D-printed sh…

Jun 29, 2019 · 11 shares · 5,095 followers View post →
Gareth Fraser
@garethjfraser · X

RT @georgelauder: Something different for #SharkScaleSaturday today: top and side views of an airfoil completely covered with 3D-printed sh…

Jun 29, 2019 · 11 shares · 3,302 followers View post →
Richard_Carr
@EmuLarge · X

RT @georgelauder: Something different for #SharkScaleSaturday today: top and side views of an airfoil completely covered with 3D-printed sh…

Jun 29, 2019 · 11 shares · 1,855 followers View post →
Stuart Humphries
@lifeaquatic · X

RT @georgelauder: Something different for #SharkScaleSaturday today: top and side views of an airfoil completely covered with 3D-printed sh…

Jun 29, 2019 · 11 shares · 756 followers View post →
georgelauder
@georgelauder · X

Something different for #SharkScaleSaturday today: top and side views of an airfoil completely covered with 3D-printed shark denticles! (see https://t.co/mL4wANmXoP). Denticles increase lift as well as reduce drag. #fishsci #sharkskin #sharks #SharkScience https://t.co/KL311MeuIb

Jun 29, 2019 · 39 likes · 11 shares · 3,002 followers View post →
Live-Action Adult Bambi
@bambiwithwings · X

RT @georgelauder: @FredrikJutfelt Yes indeed! We studied 20 different configurations, including bumps ... the supplemental material here h…

Jan 20, 2019 · 2 shares · 113 followers View post →
paula_gardens
@arvoalva · X

RT @georgelauder: @FredrikJutfelt Yes indeed! We studied 20 different configurations, including bumps ... the supplemental material here h…

Jan 19, 2019 · 2 shares · 17 followers View post →
georgelauder
@georgelauder · X

@FredrikJutfelt Yes indeed! We studied 20 different configurations, including bumps ... the supplemental material here has pictures and tests of all configurations https://t.co/PAI4123Ron

Jan 19, 2019 · 6 likes · 2 shares · 3,002 followers View post →
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