AeroVironment is an american organization that specializes in scientific research to develop futuristic solutions mostly for govt sectors and defense authorities. It is important to note here that world's first electric car prototype was developed by them. Their main focus however, is unmanned aircrafts and they have recently showcased a DARPA funded breakthrough project called Nano Hummingbird.
We can imagine what can be achieved with an unmanned aircraft that looks, acts and weighs exactly like a hummingbird. Especially when its able to hover, fly up to 11miles per hour, withstand 5mph gusts, easily maneuver indoors and outdoors and sport an on-board camera. Close quarter Surveillance obviously!
Have a look at following public showcase video
Also have a look at this video to see how the project evolved from experimentation
Oh and it can even do a 360 degrees flip.
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