Are there cockroaches in the smart backpack? Scientists turn insects into robots to detect hidden pipe leaks
Although the concept may seem like the stuff of science fiction, science is rapidly adopting it. Researchers have begun creating “robotic cockroaches,” living insects outfitted with tiny electronic “backpacks” that allow them to navigate areas that are too small or dangerous for humans. The discovery’s potential applications in pipeline inspection, where the insects could carry … Read more