A single infantry soldier can carry multiple units, allowing platoon-level forces to project aerial lethality without relying on external air support.
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Another key feature is that they can be customized. Developers can change the design of each drone to match local bird species. This helps the drones blend into their surroundings, making them hard to see in rural and urban areas.
They are useful for secret missions, psychological operations, and surveillance in dangerous environments.
Countering drones
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This automated turret can be mounted on ground or vehicle platforms and utilizes intelligent fire-control algorithms for target tracking and engagement.
* Original Article:
https://interestingengineering.com/military/china-invisible-drones-flap-wings-like-birds