Thomas Engels

This study analyzes flight diversity in Diptera by integrating morphology, kinematics, and aerodynamics, revealing how scaling, aerodynamic constraints, and evolutionary trade-offs shape flight adaptations.

This study estimates flight power in miniature wasps, finding elevated mechanical power output due to increased drag and unique wing kinematics.

This study shows that small hoverflies compensate for reduced size by evolving larger and more aerodynamically effective wings, rather than changing their wingbeat kinematics.

The paper compares the olfactory performance of pectinate and filiform antennae in Lepidoptera, finding that pectinate antennae are more efficient at capturing odor at most speeds, while filiform are more energy-efficient at low speeds.