A dynamic similarity hypothesis for the gaits of quadrupedal mammals

Journal of Zoology

Volumn 201, Issue 1, 1983, Pages 135-152

  Alexander, R McN ^a   Jayes, A S ^a  

^a UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS   (United Kingdom)

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EID: 84985349877     PISSN: 09528369     EISSN: 14697998     Source Type: Journal    
DOI: 10.1111/j.1469-7998.1983.tb04266.x     Document Type: Article

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