[Paddlewise] Dolphin skin key to subaquatic speed

The research team wanted to find out what role the dolphin's skin played in
reducing 'form drag' - the pressure of water against the skin. Dolphins have
extremely soft, flaky skin which they shed every two hours. By modelling how
the water flows over the flakes, and how they are eventually shed, the
research team was able to conclude that the softness of the skin does reduce
friction.


http://www.theregister.co.uk/2004/05/18/dolphin_skin/



Jim et al
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