This robot can fly like a bat

This drone is inspired by the flight system used by bats. — Northeastern University

The bat’s ability to dynamically reshape the configuration of its wings as it rises and falls in the sky has inspired robotics researchers in designing a drone for exploring confined spaces.

Researchers at Northeastern University in Massachusetts have developed a new type of drone, capable of flying through the air like a bat. Called Aerobat, it uses a combination of rigid and flexible 3D-printed materials designed to mimic the malleable wings of a bat. This aerial robot is designed to navigate in tight, confined spaces that are usually inaccessible to drones.