Chinese Military Develops Robotic Bird Drone 'Little Falcon'

SOURCE www.newsweek.com
Chinese military's top drone-makers have developed a new robotic bird named 'Little Falcon' with potential military, reconnaissance, and surveillance applications. The ornithopter is described as agile and lifelike, featuring innovative flight controls and a new crank mechanism for wing folding while in flight.

Key Points

  • Drone named 'Little Falcon' developed by Chinese military's top drone-makers
  • Innovative flight controls and new crank mechanism for wing folding
  • Potential applications include military reconnaissance, ecological monitoring, and precision strike missions

Pros

  • Potential military, reconnaissance, and surveillance applications
  • Agile and lifelike design
  • Innovative flight controls with a new crank mechanism for wing folding

Cons

  • Potential for military use raises concerns about surveillance and precision strike capabilities