A multi-objective aerodynamic optimization problem of the wing kinematics and plan-form of the Pterosaur replica is performed. Objective functions include minimization of the required cycle-averaged aerodynamic power and maximization of the propulsive efficiency. It is found that inclusion of the inertial power requirements is necessary for a physical and proper formulation of the optimization problem. Furthermore, the mere addition of the inertial power requirements is not enough to obtain reasonable results. Rather, one has to consider a partial (or even zero) elastic energy storage. The minimum power optimum kinematic parameters are close to the operating design variables of the pterosaur replica compared to the maximum efficiency design; though the obtained efficiency for such a design (minimum power) is (10 %) which is relatively low. Furthermore, the optimized planform for maximum efficiency of the Pterosaur yields a propulsive efficiency of 46.0%.
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