Scientists from the United States presented the latest developments in the field of tracking. Bioengineers have learned to implant electrodes in organisms moths. They are converted into a cyborg at the stage pupae. In the future, these insects are able to track the positions of enemy troops and participate in rescue operations, according to Journal of Visualized Experiments.
With the help of electrodes, scientists will be able to control the behavior of flies and moths. Special technology was developed by the University of North Carolina. The project was sponsored by the state program HI-MEMS (Hybrid Insect Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems).
The result of research is the ability to control the movement of the muscle of a moth, which helped to keep it moving in the distance. Scientists hope that with the help of their technology they will be able to adapt the cyborg moths, not only for the military, but also for rescue purposes. “We hope that our insects become an indispensable aid during emergencies,” – said Dr. Alper Bozkert.
But, for all the seeming unreality, include the development of innovative Americans can hardly be. Experiments on the implantation of electrodes into the body of insects have a long history. Know-how of scientists from North Carolina lies in the fact that they offered to implant in moths electronic elements on stage pupae.
In addition, bioengineers turned decipher electrical signals that the brain sends its muscles to ensure a smooth flight. With this development experts plan to teach the butterflies take off and land a man on the team. According to engineers, their next step will be to create a system that can automatically configure insect flight.
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