2020.05.04

Feathered Fliers

A pigeon-based robot could inspire next-generation drones

These wings, made from real pigeon feathers, form the basis for a flexible new flying robot. Lentink Lab Stanford University

These wings, made from real pigeon feathers, form the basis for a flexible new flying robot. Lentink Lab Stanford University

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