Creepy cockroaches’ nervous system being used to prevent midair collisions

The instinct that makes cockroaches creepy is being used to develop safer aircraft.

Creepy cockroaches’ nervous system being used to prevent midair collisions

Researchers have copied the bug's nervous system to develop intuitive sensors that can prevent mid-air collisions.

The cockroach works like a tiny robot, constantly analysing its surroundings and reacting instinctively to possible threats.

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