Japanese Scientists Create Remote-Controlled Cyborg Cockroaches

[Pixelman]

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https://www.shiningscience.com/2022/09/japanese-scientists-create-remote.html

Researchers have engineered a system for creating remote-controlled cyborg cockroaches, equipped with a tiny wireless control module that is powered by a rechargeable battery attached to a solar cell.

Scientists have been trying to design cyborg insects—part insect, part machine—to help inspect hazardous areas and monitor the environment. For the use of cyborg insects to be practical, however, handlers must be able to control them remotely for long stretches of time. This entails wireless control of their leg segments, powered by a tiny rechargeable battery.

“Considering the deformation of the thorax and abdomen during basic locomotion, a hybrid electronic system of rigid and flexible elements in the thorax and ultrasoft devices in the abdomen appears to be an effective design for cyborg cockroaches,” says Fukuda. “Moreover, since abdominal deformation is not unique to cockroaches, our strategy can be adapted to other insects like beetles, or perhaps even flying insects like cicadas in the future.”

Japanese Scientists Create Remote-Controlled Cyborg Cockroaches

Japanese Scientists Create Remote-Controlled Cyborg Cockroaches

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[Azure]

I would like to quote one little line from that article here

nobody wants a suddenly out-of-control swarm of cyborg cockroaches roaming around

For context they are talking about the importance of good battery life

 

[show-Zi]

Spoiler: People who don't like insects shouldn't watch

It emphasizes the extended operating time with small solar cells.