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TU Delft develops shape-shifting drone modeled on flying squirrels


Researchers at Delft University of Technology have developed two biologically inspired drone systems: a shape-shifting aircraft modeled on flying squirrels and gliding possums and a navigation system based on honeybee behavior. The projects, the SquirrelDrone and Bee-Nav, highlight advances in maneuverability, the university reports.

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