Markus Fischer: A robot that flies like a bird

The video discusses the inspiration and development of SmartBird, a robotic bird model designed to mimic the flight of a herring gull. The project involved a team of specialists aiming to create an ultralight, energy-efficient model with excellent aerodynamic qualities. SmartBird features a wingspan of two meters, weighs 450 grams, and is made of carbon fiber. It uses a motor with Hall sensors to control wing movement, achieving high aerodynamic efficiency. The video highlights the importance of controlling and regulating the structure to optimize energy consumption during flight.

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