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ArticleFrontiers in robotics and AI2023

Deciphering the connection between upstream obstacles, wake structures, and root signals in seal whisker array sensing using interpretable neural networks.

Dariush Bodaghi, Yuxing Wang, Geng Liu, Dongfang Liu, Qian Xue, Xudong Zheng

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Article in Frontiers in robotics and AI, 2023. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 2 papers.

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2 citing papers in PubMed.

  1. Wonders of Harbor and Grey Seal Whiskers: Morphology, Natural Frequencies, and 3D Modeling.Advanced science (Weinheim, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany) · 2025
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6 authors.

Dariush BodaghiDepartment of Mechanical Engineering, University of Maine, Orono, ME, United States.
Yuxing WangDepartment of Computer Engineering, Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, NY, United States.
Geng LiuDepartment of Engineering, King's College, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United States.
Dongfang LiuDepartment of Computer Engineering, Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, NY, United States.
Qian XueDepartment of Mechanical Engineering, University of Maine, Orono, ME, United States.
Xudong ZhengDepartment of Mechanical Engineering, University of Maine, Orono, ME, United States.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

This study presents a novel method that combines a computational fluid-structure interaction model with an interpretable deep-learning model to explore the fundamental mechanisms of seal whisker sensing. By establishing connections between crucial signal patterns, flow characteristics, and attributes of upstream obstacles, the method has the potential to enhance our understanding of the intricate sensing mechanisms. The effectiveness of the method is demonstrated through its accurate prediction of the location and orientation of a circular plate placed in front of seal whisker arrays. The model also generates temporal and spatial importance values of the signals, enabling the identification of significant temporal-spatial signal patterns crucial for the network's predictions. These signal patterns are further correlated with flow structures, allowing for the identification of important flow features relevant for accurate prediction. The study provides insights into seal whiskers' perception of complex underwater environments, inspiring advancements in underwater sensing technologies.

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bioinspired flow sensingfluid-structure interactioninterpretable machine learningseal whiskerwake identification

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PMID37600472
PMCPMC10435080

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