UC Davis Launches Center for Animal Flight and Innovation to Enhance Drone Technology and Raptor Rehabilitation
The UC Davis Center for Animal Flight and Innovation combines engineering and veterinary expertise to study raptor flight. Funded by a U.S. Army grant, the facility employs advanced imaging technology to analyze bird movements, aiming to improve drone design and rehabilitation techniques for injured raptors. The center's unique collaboration between mechanical engineers and avian veterinarians positions it as a leader in the field.

The UC Davis Center for Animal Flight and Innovation, established with a U.S. Army grant, utilizes advanced imaging technology to study raptors in flight. The facility, located in a barn on campus, employs high-speed cameras and infrared tracking to record bird movements with precision.
Researchers aim to decode raptor maneuvers to enhance drone technology and improve rehabilitation methods for injured birds. The collaboration between mechanical engineering and veterinary medicine supports the center's dual focus on UAV advancement and wildlife care.




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