This Real-Life Sea Monster is Controlled by Joysticks
Cornell University researchers studied eight giant oarfish specimens and found that their dorsal fin rays attach via ball-and-socket joints, enabling 360-degree movement. This joystick-like mechanism allows the fish to propel itself and change direction quickly and quietly. The findings could inform the design of underwater robots for ocean monitoring.
Source: This Real-Life Sea Monster is Controlled by Joysticks — Nautilus
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