Comparative dynamic flight stability of insect-inspired flapping-wing micro air vehicles in hover: Longitudinal and lateral motions
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ast.2021.107085
Abstract: Abstract In this paper, we compare the characteristics of hovering stability for two insect-inspired flapping-wing micro air vehicles (FW-MAVs) with different strategies to generate control moments for the longitudinal and lateral attitude controls. The two… read more here.
Keywords: longitudinal lateral; inspired flapping; wing micro; flapping wing ... See more keywords
Insect-Inspired Sequential Inspection Strategy Enables an Artificial Network of Four Neurons to Estimate Numerosity
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DOI: 10.1016/j.isci.2018.12.009
Abstract: Summary Varying levels of numerical cognition have been found in several animal species. Bees, in particular, have been argued to be able to count up to four items and solve complex numerical tasks. Here we… read more here.
Keywords: strategy enables; inspection strategy; inspired sequential; sequential inspection ... See more keywords
An insect-inspired asymmetric hinge in a double-layer membrane
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DOI: 10.1073/pnas.2211861119
Abstract: Significance Insect wings present striking examples of automatic shape morphing in both nature and technology, the mechanisms of which are not fully understood. Here, we present a new discovery from wings of a flying beetle… read more here.
Keywords: double layer; inspired asymmetric; hinge double; asymmetric hinge ... See more keywords
Insect-Inspired Mechanical Resilience for Multicopters
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DOI: 10.1109/lra.2017.2658946
Abstract: The ease of use and versatility of drones has contributed to their deployment in several fields, from entertainment to search and rescue. However, drones remain vulnerable to collisions due to pilot mistakes or various system… read more here.
Keywords: resilience multicopters; insect inspired; collision; mechanical resilience ... See more keywords
Robotic Elytra: Insect-Inspired Protective Wings for Resilient and Multi-Modal Drones
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DOI: 10.1109/lra.2021.3123378
Abstract: Winged drones that fly in close proximity to obstacles or that are capable of aerial and terrestrial locomotion can benefit from protective systems that prevent damage to delicate aerial structures. Existing protective solutions focus on… read more here.
Keywords: robotic elytra; protective wings; inspired protective; wings resilient ... See more keywords
Insect-inspired AI for autonomous robots
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DOI: 10.1126/scirobotics.abl6334
Abstract: Autonomous robots are expected to perform a wide range of sophisticated tasks in complex, unknown environments. However, available onboard computing capabilities and algorithms represent a considerable obstacle to reaching higher levels of autonomy, especially as… read more here.
Keywords: intelligence; robotics; autonomous robots; inspired autonomous ... See more keywords
Sticking the landing: Insect-inspired strategies for safely landing flapping-wing aerial microrobots
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DOI: 10.1126/scirobotics.adq3059
Abstract: For flying insects, the transition from flight to surface locomotion requires effective touchdown maneuvers that allow stable landings on a variety of surfaces. Landing behaviors of insects are diverse, with some using more controlled flight… read more here.
Keywords: insect inspired; inspired strategies; flapping wing; landing insect ... See more keywords