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Flying Robot Rockstars

These Robots Play Musical Instruments Extremely Well

— April 25, 2014 — Tech
YouTube user TheDmel shot this video of flying robots making some wonderful music. The music is created by a team of flying six-rotor robots that play the keyboard, drums, bells and a guitar with minimal strings. The flying robots play a rendition of 'Also Sprach Zarathustra' from a 2001: A Space Odyssey, as well as other lovely tunes.

These flying robots will make you curious and wonder how they are able to be this good. The robots were created by KMel Robotics. Surprisingly, these are not the first robots to be used in one of their mini films. Each flying robot has to be precisely positioned in order to control the robots so they will play the instruments perfectly.

The Robots are planned to perform live in Washington, D.C at the USA Science and Engineering Festival.
Trend Themes
1. Flying Robot Musicians - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the use of flying robots in live performances and music production.
2. Robotic Instrument Players - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop robots that can play various musical instruments with precision and creativity.
3. Automation in Music - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Investigate how automation and robotics can enhance the music-making process and create new forms of entertainment.
Industry Implications
1. Robotics - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced robotic technologies that can perform complex tasks and interact with humans in innovative ways.
2. Music and Entertainment - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Embrace technological advancements to revolutionize the music industry and create immersive and interactive experiences for audiences.
3. Event Management - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate cutting-edge technologies, like flying robots, into live events to enhance the overall experience and attract new audiences.
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