Scaly-tailed squirrels use thorny tail scales for grip on smooth trees. New models reveal the physics behind this, inspiring designs for agile, efficient robots and drones. Scaly-tailed squirrels are ...

With the ability to independently adjust the thrust of each of their four motors, quadcopters are exceptionally agile compared to more traditional aircraft. But in an effort to create an even more ...

The Siberian flying squirrel is considered an umbrella and indicator species. This means that protecting it could also benefit a host of other forest-dependent wildlife. The Siberian flying squirrel ...

Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), commonly known as drones, have already proved to be valuable tools for a wide range of applications, ranging from film and entertainment production to defense and ...

Even the nimblest of quadcopters still struggle to halt their lateral momentum when moving fast, limiting their maneuverability. An experimental drone addresses that problem in a bio-inspired fashion, ...

May 18, 2025 at 7:30 a.m. EDTJust now Warning: This graphic requires JavaScript. Please enable JavaScript for the best experience. Carla Rhodes is a photographer ...

Have you ever wished you could skip the traffic and just fly to your destination in the same vehicle you drove to the airport? That’s exactly what the Klein Vision AirCar is promising. After more than ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Earlier this year, Bentley stopped making the W12 that has carried ...

China-based GAC Group has launched a new eVTOL-focused brand called GOVY, expanding its efforts in sustainable air transportation. The new flying car brand focuses on designing, producing, and ...