The Guinness World Records have included in their new publication a new category within their robot section in which they have recognized the BionicOpter dragonfly-shaped device as the world's largest flying robotic insect.

BionicOpter is a bionic robot developed by the German automation provider Festo, and is inspired by the flight of the dragonfly. Through its wing-beating structure, it can fly in all directions, as well as rise straight as a helicopter, or fly and glide horizontally, like a glider.

"It is fascinating what we can learn from nature. Curiosity and joy in innovation lead us to keep trying new things," the Head of Corporate Bionic Projects, Karoline von Häfen, said in thanks to the award. the company.

The artificial dragonfly of Festo can be controlled through a 'smartphone', and has a wingspan of 63 centimeters and a body length of 44, while its weight is only 175 grams.

The structure of the wings consists of a carbon fiber frame and a sheet lining. In addition, with its intelligent kinematics it balances flight variations and guarantees a stable flight both indoors and outdoors.

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