J R Soc Interface January 2019 PMID 30958151

Steady hydrodynamic interaction between human swimmers.

Zhi-Ming Yuan, Mingxin Li, Chun-Yan Ji, Liang Li, Laibing Jia, Atilla Incecik

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What people are saying

The discussions mostly focus on the mechanics of hydrodynamic interactions, including questions about wave effects and drag reduction, with examples such as questions about the mechanisms determining interactions and the influence of swimmer positioning. The tone shifts between technical curiosity and informational sharing, reflecting a balanced interest in the study's implications.

AgreementModerate agreement

Many posts acknowledge the importance of the study, especially references to its significance for understanding hydrodynamic interactions among swimmers.

InterestModerate interest

The discussions reflect curiosity about the mechanics and implications, although some posts are more informational than deeply analytical.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts show a moderate level of engagement by sharing summaries, asking questions, and referencing datasets, indicating an active but not intensive exchange.

ImpactNeutral impact

While some users highlight the potential practical applications, the overall impact seems moderate, with more focus on understanding than immediate real-world change.

Abstract in brief

  • This study examines how human swimmers affect each other's performance in competitive swimming, specifically looking at hydrodynamic interactions.
  • Previous research has largely focused on individual swimmers, leaving gaps in understanding how adjacent competitors influence drag during races.
  • Through experiments using a steady potential flow solver, the study finds that following a leading swimmer can significantly reduce drag—up to 63%—and that this effect is even stronger when drafting behind two side-by-side leaders due to wave interference on the free surface.

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Steady hydrodynamic interaction between human swimmers — Read the new #Interface study by Yuan et al. https://t.co/UbxtglddQZ https://t.co/iFhvIl9koV

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水泳の2位、3位で波乗りの位置にいると、波の造波抵抗が低い。特に2人の選手が並列して泳いでいる時、3位の選手の造波抵抗が低くなりやすい。Steady hydrodynamic interaction between human swimmers https://t.co/vr2jWcMeuq

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