MIT has developed an innovative insect-sized flying robot that boasts a flight time of 17 minutes, significantly overcoming previous limitations in micro-drone energy efficiency. By reengineering the drone's wing system from eight to four wings, researchers have enhanced stability and reduced energy waste. These advancements have implications for industries like agriculture, where the robots could address declining bee populations by assisting with pollination, potentially transforming environments like vertical farms and enhancing agricultural productivity.
The development of an insect-sized flying robot with an unprecedented 17-minute flight time is a significant step toward efficiency in micro-drone technology.
By improving drone designs and energy management, researchers at MIT have created bots that outperform traditional micro-drones in flight duration and maneuverability.
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