Scientists of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology are developing robotic worm insects, which can fly 100 times longer than previous prototypes. Experts call this breakthrough in robotics.

Metal insects will be able to swarm with mechanical hives and pollinate at a fast pace, providing an unprecedented level of growing fruits and vegetables. New technology can significantly increase productivity without prejudice to the environment, writes LiveScience.

The idea of \u200b\u200busing mechanized insects is not new, but the problem of the previous generations of mini -bosses was that they did not have endurance, speed and versatility in the air compared to bees and other real insects, experts say.

According to scientists, new designs can fly 100 times longer than previous versions, but at the same time they are easier and contain enough batteries. The developers also added that the accuracy and dexterity of robots improved, and the load on the bends of their wings has decreased.

The team of scientists also created complex signals connecting the wings with devices in the structure, copying " These signals, which are called transmissions, required certain adjustments of the size of the wings, but in general they could reduce the voltage that prevents the endurance of previous versions.

One of the leading developers, associate professor of the department of robotics of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology Kevin Chen, emphasized that the design of the slobber-Slavo is not yet final and they will still work with colleagues to improve the design.

For example, the wings are controlled by a very complex set of muscles. Experts want to integrate this level of fine settings in the future along with the integration of sensors, batteries and even computational capabilities in this bot over the next five years.