TechJect's Dragonfly micro UAV flies like a bird and hovers like an insect
Given their impressive flight capabilities, it's not surprising to see researchers turning to the world of flying insects for inspiration when developing new kinds of micro UAVs. With their ability to both fly at high speeds and hover, the dragonfly would seem an obvious candidate for biomimicry.
Sounds exhausting - http://www.gizmag.com/techject-dragonfly-microuav/24900/ (http://www.gizmag.com/techject-dragonfly-microuav/24900/)
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:o And...
Warp drive looks more promising than ever in recent NASA studies
"Interstellar travel may still be in its infancy, but adulthood is fast approaching, and our descendants will someday see childhood's end."
A few beers, a few warp drives; troubles are over, dudes - http://www.gizmag.com/warp-drive-bubble-nasa-interstellar/24392/ (http://www.gizmag.com/warp-drive-bubble-nasa-interstellar/24392/)
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