In development, which seems to be torn off the science fiction thriller, scientists from New Mexico technician They created “Zombie birds” – drawing birds equipped with robotics that allow them to fly again. Reports with Gizodo AND Sun Confirm that pigeons, ducks and pheasants are resuscitated to remotely controlled flying machines, causing admiration, anxiety and scorching online debate.
These amazing drones look indistinguishable from living birds, asking questions about the future of supervision, environmental research and ethics in technology.
How do zombie bird drones work?
According to SunEngineers start with ethically acquired deceased birds. Inside they install a airy electronic system that drives mechanical wing flaps and navigation control. Some models contain hidden cameras inside the bird's neck, while others apply a shaped alloy claws that allow the drone on branches or energy lines like a real bird.
This level of camouflage is impossible for classic drones, thanks to which these resuscitated leaflets are extremely adapted to the hiding mission – or disturbingly challenging to detect.
Promise and fears about privacy
Scientists insist that these drones be designed to aid scientists monitor herds of birds and migration patterns without human interference. However, privacy experts sounded alarms. Can governments or corporations implement realistic “spy birds” over cities or borders? Would anyone know they were watched?
The Guardian Growing global concern with this technology has been reported, and critics warn that it is blurring the border between environmental sciences and hidden supervision.
Necrobotics: macabre page of biomimics
This is not the first step of humanity in necrobotics. Scientists have previously turned Spider's corpse into robots and equipped cockroaches with microchips for search and rescue missions. But restoring birds – symbols of freedom and life – differently.
Experts warn this technology can lead to novel debates on the apply of dead animals in robotics, especially for unscidalized purposes.
Under the radar – but not for long
Several main points of sale in the United States took this story, leaving it largely insufficiently reported outside the technological circles. It can change quickly. With amazing visualizations and an almost dystopian premise, drones zombie birds probably become viral when more material appears.
What next: frogs, lizards and more?
The research team suggested an extension to the drones of amphibians and reptiles, which allows them to move through water and dense forests. Ethical and legal frames are almost non -existent, which means that this technology can spread all over the world before the rules catch up.
Scientific nightmare or supervision?
Zombie bird drones open a novel chapter in
Our relationship with technology and nature. Regardless of whether they are used for good or used for secret operations, one is clear: the border between natural and artificial disappears.
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