Optimal course by dolphins for detection avoidance
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Figure 1 The vessel traveling at speed VB and the dolphin traveling at VD as seen in the stationary frame of reference. The directi?n Q is t:he one chosen by the dolphin. Distance f is the perpendicular ~stance between the initial position of the dolphin and the prOjected path of the vessel, while a+f is the distance between vessel and dolphin when the dolphin is abeam. Manuscript accepted 5 February 1992. Fishery Bulletin, U.S. 90:417-420 (1992).
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