Engineering Marvel: Woodpecker-Inspired Drone Reduces Collision Impact by 70% Researchers at the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), Switzerland, have unveiled a fixed-wing drone that takes inspiration from an unlikely source – the woodpecker. By mimicking the unique structure of a woodpecker’s skull, the engineers at EPFL have managed to create a drone that can […]
Chameleon’s ‘slingshot’ tongue could inspire next-gen space and medical tech
Chameleon’s ‘Slingshot’ Tongue: A Secret Weapon for Future Technology Scientists at the University of South Florida have identified a shared, high-speed tongue-launching mechanism in chameleons that could revolutionize the fields of space exploration and medical technology. The chameleon’s ability to project its tongue rapidly to capture prey has long fascinated researchers, but it is only […]
Owl-inspired drones could fly through skyscrapers and inspect offshore wind farms
Owl-Inspired Drones: The Future of Skyscraper Inspections and Offshore Wind Farm Monitoring Drones have become vital tools for deliveries, inspections, and emergency response. Yet their designs remain largely unchanged, often struggling with maneuvering through tight spaces and challenging environments. However, a new innovation inspired by nature could revolutionize the capabilities of drones, particularly in navigating […]
Researchers create tiny robot inspired by water striders that skims across water
Tiny Robot Inspired by Water Striders Skims Across Water with Incredible Speed and Agility Researchers have discovered the secret behind the incredible speed and agility of Rhagovelia water striders. These fascinating creatures effortlessly skim across the water’s surface using their specialized legs to generate enough lift to support their light bodies, thanks to the small […]
Human muscle-inspired paper-thin robot can bend, crawl, and clean tight spaces with ease
Human muscle-inspired paper-thin robot can bend, crawl, and clean tight spaces with ease A team of researchers from South Korea has developed a thin, robotic actuator based on the intricate structure and function of human muscles. This innovative creation mimics the flexibility and agility of natural muscle, enabling the robot to bend, crawl, and clean […]
100-year-old mystery of dolphin-style vortex rings solved by NYU scientists
The Fascinating 100-Year-Old Mystery of Dolphin-Style Vortex Rings Finally Unraveled by NYU Scientists A team of researchers discovered an extraordinary property of vortex rings—how dolphins propel themselves underwater—that has baffled scientists for over a century. The mystery of how these marine mammals create and utilize vortex rings to move seamlessly through water has long been […]
Color-changing skins inspired by squids created for robots to react without wires, screens
Color-Changing Skins Inspired by Squids Revolutionize Robot Communication Drawing inspiration from marine creatures like squids and octopuses, researchers at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln have developed a groundbreaking technology that could change the way robots communicate and interact with their environment. By creating color-changing skins that mimic the camouflage abilities of these fascinating sea creatures, scientists […]
Flying squirrel-style drone with foldable wings tracks 13% better than rivals
Flying Squirrel-Style Drone with Foldable Wings Tracks 13% Better Than Rivals Flying squirrels’ speed, agility, and aerial skills have now inspired a breakthrough in drone technology. Researchers have developed a cutting-edge drone design that mimics the unique flying abilities of these remarkable creatures. By incorporating foldable wings into the drone’s structure, they have achieved a […]