  Here we present a general overview of bio-inspired propulsion. We identify
the major types of aquatic swimmers (oscillatory, undulatory, pulsatile, and
drag-based) and break down their mechanisms for thrust production (drag-based,
lift-based, added mass, and momentum injection). For each swimmer, we (1)
discuss wake characteristics; (2) derive expressions for thrust and efficiency;
and (3) design a specific bio-inspired aquatic vehicle concept. This document
will be a book chapter, which at the moment is unpublished.
