Poleno is a silent drone that helps the process of rebuilding damaged ecosystems by stimulating pollination. Mimicking the form and purpose of a flower, the device attracts insects thanks to its bright colour and built-in light. The insects then pass through its perforated walls, picking up the pollen particles within and dispersing them throughout the local area. After a set period of time the drone travels to another sector, taking some of the pollinating insects with it and helping to spread different types of pollen further afield.
# Drones# Pollination# Rebuilding ecosystems# Data collection# Climate, Wildlife and Nature
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