Short Sharp Science: Sensor-laden dragonfly may help future robots soar | Science News | Scoop.it

It's not a bird! It's not a plane! It's a dragonfly, and researchers are using a microchip attached to its belly to understand the complex mechanics of its flight.

Dragonflies capture their prey mid-flight, requiring precise control of horizontal and vertical movement to line up their meal with their mouths.

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