Updated On: 05 December, 2025 08:03 AM IST | Boston | Agencies
Researchers have developed an insect-sized flying robot that mimics real insect agility, using soft artificial muscles to power rapid wing flaps. The microbot performs sharp turns and aerial stunts with AI control, offering potential use in search-and-rescue missions

Timelapse of an insect-inspired manoeuvre. PIC COURTESY/Mit
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Researchers have unveiled a microrobot that flies with speed and agility, mirroring the motion of real insects.
These machines could help locate survivors in places humans and larger robots cannot reach.