Robot mimics bees for Mars pollination

MIT researchers are developing a bee-like robot that could potentially pollinate plants on Mars. The tiny, lightweight robot mimics bumblebee flight, capable of rapid wing flaps and hovering. Researchers aim to use it for artificial pollination in environments unsuitable for natural bees, such as vertical farms or extraterrestrial settings. This development is part of a broader trend of bio-inspired robotics, with other universities creating robots mimicking geckos and caterpillars for various applications.