Tiny Drones Inspired by Bats for Search and Rescue
Researchers at Worcester Polytechnic Institute are developing tiny drones that use echolocation, like bats, to navigate in dark and challenging conditions.
The aerial robots are being designed for search and rescue missions, and are tested in simulated night flights at the institute's robotics lab.
The robotics lab at Worcester Polytechnic Institute isn't hosting a Halloween party, despite the fog machine, spooky lights and fake bats.
- Researchers are working on tiny drones inspired by bats.
- The drones use echolocation to navigate in dark conditions.
- The technology is being developed for search and rescue missions.
Authors summary: Tiny drones inspired by bats could aid in search and rescue missions.