Penn State builds $12m insect-inspired 'digital brain' to power autonomous drone swarms

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Researchers at Penn State University are developing a $12 million drone intelligence system modeled on the neural mechanisms found in insects. The project combines analogue computing with graphene-based materials to replicate biological processes such as sensory filtering and coincidence detection. The aim is to enable onboard data processing, allowing drones to make decisions independently without relying on external systems or remote control. The team plans to showcase progressively advanced prototypes on an annual basis, with the ultimate goal of deploying fully autonomous drone swarms.

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