The Future of Drone Surveillance: Swarms of Cyborg Insect Drones

[Oldgrunt]

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I just ran across the referenced article on the development of small drones. Drones for surveillance purposes have become so sophisticated that they are miniaturized and can fly in formations to seek information. The next "gnat" or "fly" you swat may have the capability of biting back.


The Future of Drone Surveillance: Swarms of Cyborg Insect Drones

 

[CharlesMorrison]

Severe tech in those tiny things! Are they "bug zapper" resistant?!

 

[MadMAF]

Is that a tiny Hypodermic needle I see where it's mouth would be??? Sudden remembrances of the hounds from Fahrenheit 451 spring to mind.

 

[CharlesMorrison]

You are correct, it is a tiny needle. It can be used to deliver anything from poison to viral infection.