The Bionic bird drone was developed in 2014. [Courtesy: Bionic Bird]
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France's military is developing "BIOFLY" drones that mimic the flapping wings of birds to achieve stealth and camouflage for military applications.
Based on a Bionic Bird design, these lightweight (50g) drones are undergoing research to improve flight architecture, integrate stabilized cameras, enhance propulsion, and advance automation.
Beyond France, other countries like Spain are also employing biomimetic drones, shaped like raptors or seagulls, for covert surveillance purposes.
When it comes to exploring ways of making a drone more stealthy, France’s military has looked to the birds.
France’s Ministry of the Armed Forces is exploring the use of drones that mimic the flapping wings of birds during flight as a way to camouflage or “confuse” its appearance and behavior, the ministry said.
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