BOLT Flies, Crawls and Sounds Like a Regular Critter
Omar Yusuf — September 29, 2011 — Tech
References: robotics.eecs.berkeley.edu & gizmodo
BOLT (or 'Bipedal Ornithopter for Locomotion Transitioning,' if you prefer) is the latest in a slew of insectoid inventions meant to imitate the natural animals that surround us. You thought a regular mosquito was a nuisance? After watching BOLT perform some loops, you'll be begging for the flyswatter.
Armed with four oversized wings and a set of minuscule legs, BOLT is capable of swooping in and around any designated location courtesy of its onboard GPS and guiding system. The researchers at the University of Berkeley have completed development on the android by reverse engineering common North American insects and replacing their organic thorax with digital components. The result is palm-sized digital gnat that follows your every beck and call. I can't help but imagine the possibility of attaching cameras to this autonomous bot -- it would be the most covert, concealed robot ever!
Armed with four oversized wings and a set of minuscule legs, BOLT is capable of swooping in and around any designated location courtesy of its onboard GPS and guiding system. The researchers at the University of Berkeley have completed development on the android by reverse engineering common North American insects and replacing their organic thorax with digital components. The result is palm-sized digital gnat that follows your every beck and call. I can't help but imagine the possibility of attaching cameras to this autonomous bot -- it would be the most covert, concealed robot ever!
Trend Themes
1. Insectoid Robotics - This trend explores the development of insect-inspired robots that mimic the behavior and movement of natural insects, offering opportunities for surveillance and covert operations.
2. Autonomous Miniature Drones - This trend focuses on the creation of palm-sized autonomous drones with GPS and guiding systems, revolutionizing surveillance and reconnaissance capabilities.
3. Reverse Engineering Biomimicry - This trend involves the reverse engineering of organic creatures, such as insects, to build digital replicas with advanced functionalities, opening up possibilities for innovative applications in various fields.
Industry Implications
1. Surveillance and Security - The surveillance and security industry can utilize insectoid robotics and autonomous miniature drones for enhanced surveillance capabilities and discreet operations.
2. Robotic Technology - The robotic technology industry can explore reverse engineering biomimicry to develop innovative robotic solutions inspired by the behavior and capabilities of natural organisms.
3. Research and Development - The research and development industry can invest in studying and advancing insectoid robotics, autonomous drones, and reverse engineering biomimicry to drive disruptive innovations across various sectors.
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