Researchers at the University of Maryland are studying bees and other insects to develop the next generation of artificial intelligence and autonomous robots. 

By modeling how insects navigate, communicate, and move through complex environments, scientists hope to improve drones for applications ranging from crop pollination and greenhouse monitoring to disaster response and search-and-rescue missions. 

Researchers are also developing AI systems that stabilize cameras on insect-inspired flying robots, making them more effective in real-world conditions. They say millions of years of evolution offer valuable lessons for solving modern engineering challenges. 
 

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