Using autonomous sensor platforms for environmental monitoring in remote aquatic areas can be a challenge. ALBATROSS is an interesting robot that auto rotates for soft water landing and transitions into a sailboat. Its wingsails act as sails and autorotating wings. As the researchers explain:
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A freely rotating main sail, controlled by a tail rudder, and a directly actuated front sail enhance thrust and aerodynamic stability. A biomimetic caudal fin-inspired rudder enables propulsion during low-wind conditions and agile maneuvering in challenging upwind tacking.
This robot autorotates like a maple seed and sails like a boat
This approach was tested from 150 meters. The above video shows it in action.
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