Flapping-Wing Robot Can Swim Underwater and Fly
docmilanfar · x · 2026-07-11
MIT MechE showcased a flapping-wing robot capable of swimming underwater like a diving bird and taking flight.
By combining aerial and underwater locomotion on a single platform, this type of biomimetic robot highlights recent research advancements in multi-environment maneuverability.
Related event: MIT and EPFL Unveil Puffin-Inspired Robot That Can Fly and Swim(4 posts)→
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