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Phys.org — Technology · October 2, 2026 · On the brief until October 16, 2026

New robot falls like a maple seed then sails like a boat once it hits water

RoboticsEnvironmental ScienceAerospace Engineering
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Guiding autonomous navigation between waypoints

Researchers built a robotic sensor platform that autorotates from the air like a maple seed and then sails on water using the same rigid wings. The design handles both descent and water transit with three actuators and three navigation sensors. This approach offers a simpler, low-power option for deploying environmental monitors into remote waters.

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Engineers must weigh the mechanical simplicity of dual-use wings against the physical durability needed to survive open-sea conditions.

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