Synchronized Swimming of Two Fish

ORAL

Abstract

We present simulations of two, self-propelled, fish-like swimmers that perform synchronized moves in a two-dimensional, viscous fluid. The swimmers learn to coordinate by receiving a reward for their synchronized actions. We analyze the swimming patterns emerging for different rewards in terms of their hydrodynamic efficiency and artistic impression.

*European Research Council (ERC) Advanced Investigator Award (No. 2-73985-14).

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Authors

  • P. Koumoutsakos

    • ETH Zurich, Computational Science, Switzerland
    • ETH Zurich, Switzerland

  • Guido Novati

    • ETH Zurich, Computational Science, Switzerland

  • Gabriele Abbati

    • ETH Zurich, Computational Science, Switzerland

  • Babak Hejazialhosseini

    • Cascade Technologies, USA

  • Wim van Rees

    • School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Harvard University
    • School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Harvard University, USA