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In the Blink of a Fly: Flies’ Upside-Down Landings Inspire Robot Designs

Research at Penn State University reveals the intricate flips and twists that a fly performs to execute an inverted landing. Understanding the mechanics of the motion could help engineers design robotic fliers that land upside down, too.

Entomology Today January 27, 2020 Leave a Comment

The Frost Museum’s Metamorphosis: Museum Reopens in Time for 50th Anniversary

Just in time for its 50th anniversary, the Frost Entomological Museum at Penn State has reopened to the public. The museum's curators hope to give visitors an appreciation for the value of natural history collections as well as insects.