Robo Eyes, Snooper Robos: The Science of Over the Edge

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In Over the Edge characters use robo eyes and snooper robos to remotely observe and to take samples. Here's a video detailing the technology currently in development: VJ Kumar: Robots that Fly and Co-operate

This is about a 12 minute video and worth the time.

Below are several links to sites discussing this technology:

"New York Times" slide show: "Drones Transform How America Fights Its Wars"

YouTube video: "Military Mosquito Robots Collecting DNA & Blood"