Design and Application of Bionic Aircraft and Biofuels

Dear Colleagues,

With the increasing emphasis on sustainability and environmental consciousness, the aerospace industry is undergoing a transformative shift towards the development of bionic aircraft, aerospace vehicles, and biofuels. Bionic design draws inspiration from biological systems to enhance aerodynamic efficiency, reduce fuel consumption, and improve overall performance. Concurrently, biofuels derived from renewable sources offer promising alternatives to traditional aviation fuels, contributing to carbon emission reduction and mitigating environmental impacts. Thus, a broader range of investigations to promote the development of aerospace engineering is of particular interest.

This Special Issue on the “Design and Application of Bionic Aircraft and Biofuels” aims to discuss bionic aircraft, biofuels, aerospace vehicles, combustion, and emissions. Original research papers, communications, and reviews concerning bionic design and biofuels are welcomed and invited for inclusion in this Special Issue. 

Dr. Ziyu Liu
Prof. Dr. Xiaoyi Yang
Prof. Dr. Xiangsheng Gao
Guest Editors

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• bionic aircraft
• biofuels
• aerospace vehicles
• bionic robotics
• sustainable aviation
• combustion and emissions
• aerospace engineering
• renewable energy
• environmental impact assessment
• life cycle assessment
• flight dynamics