Bio-hybrid drone uses silkworm moth antennae to navigate using smell

ScienceDaily
Feb 19, 2025, 11:13 am89 pts
Conventional drones use visual sensors for navigation. However, environmental conditions like dampness, low light, and dust can hinder their effectiveness, limiting their use in disaster-stricken areas. Researchers have now developed a novel bio-hybrid drone by combining robotic elements with odor-sensing…

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