Artificial lateral-line system for imaging dipole sources using beamforming techniques
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In nature, fish have the ability to localize prey, school, navigate, etc. using the lateral-line organ [1]. Here we present the use of biomimetic artificial hair-based flow-sensors arranged as lateral-line system in combination with beamforming techniques for dipole source localization in air. Modelling and measurement results show the artificial lateral-line ability to image the position of dipole sources accurately. Such systems open possibilities for flow-based near-field environment mapping which can be beneficial e.g. to robot guidance applications. © 2011 Published by Elsevier Ltd.
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