Biomimetic Drones Inspired by Dragonflies Will Require a Systems Based Approach and Insights from Biology

Many drone platforms have matured to become nearly optimal flying machines with only modest improvements in efficiency possible. “Chimera” craft combine fixed wing and rotary wing characteristics while being substantially less efficient than both. The increasing presence of chimeras suggests that th...

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Main Authors: Javaan Chahl, Nasim Chitsaz, Blake McIvor, Titilayo Ogunwa, Jia-Ming Kok, Timothy McIntyre, Ermira Abdullah
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-03-01
Series:Drones
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2504-446X/5/2/24