In just half a second, the bat locates a moth (1), reaches to grab it with a wing (2), and transfers it from the wing to its tail pouch (3). Afterward, the bat will lower its head to retrieve the ...

So despite having been extinct for 66 million years, the pterosaurs have huge potential as the inspiration for aircraft design. Sometimes looking back can be the best way to look forward.

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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.

This work introduces the design and controlled hovering-flight test of an insect-like tailless flapping-wing micro air vehicle (FW-MAV). A lightweight flapping mechanism was developed using a ...

Design: Features the Honda Wing Mark. Comfort: High-resilience cushion seat reduces discomfort during prolonged sitting. Portability: Lightweight and foldable for easy transport and storage.