Robotic Birds and Their Impact

The video discusses robotic birds designed to mimic real falcons, used to deter birds from areas like airports, where bird-aircraft collisions can be costly. These robots are also beneficial in agriculture and other industries. The technology involves a flight computer that mimics bird behavior, proving more effective than traditional scarecrows. Since 2012, these robots have shown success, such as increasing a blueberry farmer's harvest by 15%, demonstrating the effectiveness of using nature to combat nature.

What is the primary purpose of the robotic birds of prey?

• To entertain people at parks

• To deliver packages

• To monitor weather conditions

• To chase away other birds from sensitive areas

Which industries are mentioned as being affected by bird-related issues?

• Technology and finance

• Retail and hospitality

• Healthcare and education

• Agriculture and oil and gas

How do the robotic birds differ from everyday drones?

• They are larger in size

• They mimic the flight patterns of real birds

• They are solar-powered

• They are used for military purposes

What is a proven downside of using traditional scarecrows?

• They require constant human supervision

• They eventually attract birds

• They are too expensive to maintain

• They are harmful to the environment

What is the estimated cost of a bird-aircraft collision?

• Five hundred thousand dollars

• Two hundred thousand dollars

• One hundred thousand dollars

• Fifty thousand dollars

Since when have the robotic birds been in operation?

• 2012

• 2005

• 2015

• 2010

What was the percentage increase in harvest for the blueberry farmer using robotic birds?

• 20%

• 15%

• 10%

• 5%