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UCF Researchers Are Studying Wing Shapes to Advance Drone Technology

June 15, 2026
A bird bursting from the ocean or a mobula ray launching skyward makes the transition from water to air look effortless. For unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), commonly known as drones, it’s one of the hardest maneuvers to replicate. Now, UCF researchers are studying how wing shape and motion affect that split-second transition — work that could help […]