Festo name needs no introduction as it is one of the leading electrical automation Technology Company. Festo is not behind in the race of technology development. Recently the mechanical experts of this Germany based company have created an innovative 180 grams robotic dragonfly named as BionicOpter.

In BionicOpter, Festo has input the complex flight properties of a dragonfly with great efforts. The ultra light four wings of this BionicOpter can be controlled independently. It can accelerate forward, backward and even can flight like tiny insects without any hurdle. In addition to the flapping wings of different frequencies and twists, each of the four wings can feature easily as an amplitude controller. To check and balance the direction of the wings a thrust regulator has especially been fitted in the robotic dragonfly. So, there is no hurdle for the robotic dragonfly to touch the skies with great speed and what a wonderful thing that it’s working and functions are completely remote-controlled. Not only this but also it can be controlled with the help of a smart phone (according to the company’ documentation).

The Lightweight Integrated Design & Style

The unique flight concept in the BionicOpter has been made possible due to its light weight and integrated design. Its functionality is exceptional because of the presence of auto-sensors, actuators and other mechanics’ based components. The control systems of the robotic dragonfly’s open and closed-loop are installed in such a way that it even flies through some tight space and narrow areas.

Heinrich Frontzek, the chief of Festo’s Corporate Communication and Future Concepts has clarified in an interview that this unique robotic dragonfly is a good addition in the Festo’s electrical products and for sure it would bring the company name to the heights of success. According to the Canadian Manufacturing report the company has the plan to launch this robotic dragonfly in April at Hannover Messe trade show.