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May 27, 2014

Nature inspires drones of the future
London, UK (SPX) May 27, 2014
Researchers have been taking tips from nature to build the next generation of flying robots. Based on the mechanisms adopted by birds, bats, insects and snakes, 14 distinguished research teams have developed solutions to some of the common problems that drones could be faced with when navigating through an urban environment and performing novel tasks for the benefit of society. Whether this is avoiding obstacles, picking up and delivering items or improving the take-off and landing on tricky surfa ... read more

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