Cyborg beetles.

• Autores: Michel M. Maharbiz, Hirotaka Sato
• Localización: Scientific American, ISSN 0036-8733, Vol. 303, Nº. 6, 2010, págs. 94-99
• Idioma: inglés
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• Resumen

  • The article discusses research on and development of remotely-controlled flying insects for military applications. Challenges associated with the alternative of developing small flying robots are noted to include high energy requirements and poor aerodynamics of machines that have been tested. University research is noted that successfully demonstrated the wireless control of giant Mecynorrhina torquata beetles through the installation of an electronic backpack. The implantation of circuitry into the insect's nervous system is described and allows for remote command of the direction of flight. INSET: Trajectory of a Cyborg.