Abstract
We formulate the problem of self-propulsion at low Reynolds number in terms of a gauge field over the space of shapes. The computation of this field is discussed, and carried out in some examples. We apply our results to determine maximally efficient infinitesimal swimming motions of spheres and circular cylinders.
| Original language | English (US) |
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| Pages (from-to) | 2051-2054 |
| Number of pages | 4 |
| Journal | Physical Review Letters |
| Volume | 58 |
| Issue number | 20 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - 1987 |
| Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Physics and Astronomy