Harvard's Robobee learning to fly

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Harvard researchers are getting closer to their goal of developing a controllable micro air vehicle called the Robobee. The tiny robot was already capable of taking off under its own power, but until now it was completely out of control. By adding two control actuators beneath its wings, the robot can be programmed to pitch and roll... Continue Reading Harvard's Robobee learning to fly

Section: Robotics

Tags: Artificial Intelligence, Biomimicry, Harvard, Insect, MAV, Microbots, UAV

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