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仿鸟飞行器首次“飞”出国门
Shan Xi Ri Bao· 2025-08-18 00:21
Core Insights - The "Pigeon" biomimetic flying device developed by the team led by Professor Song Bifeng from Northwestern Polytechnical University participated in the China-Cambodia "Golden Dragon-2025" joint military exercise, marking the first international deployment of a biomimetic flying device from China [1] Group 1 - The team has spent 24 years developing a technical system for biomimetic flying devices, achieving practical products that can "fly longer," "fly like," and "fly steadily," which are significant international technological challenges [1][2] - The team analyzed over a hundred types of bird wings and established a new formula for lift and thrust generation, significantly improving aerodynamic efficiency, with cruising flight efficiencies reaching 84%, 87%, and 90% for sparrows, eagles, and pigeons respectively [2] - The team has developed seven types of biomimetic flying devices weighing from 30 grams to 3000 grams, with the "Cloud Owl" and "Pigeon" setting Guinness World Records for flight durations of 154 minutes and 185 minutes respectively [2] Group 2 - In a recent episode of the series "Intelligent Painting Valley: CMG World Robot Skills Competition," team member Yang Wenqing demonstrated the capabilities of the "Pigeon" and "Cloud Owl," showcasing their ability to perform complex maneuvers and autonomous landing [3] - The "Pigeon" successfully completed low-altitude flight tasks and navigated through a one-square-meter confined space, while the "Cloud Owl" executed rapid takeoff, gliding, and autonomous landing after identifying a target [3]