On September 5, 2024, the skies over Shenzhen, China, were illuminated in a breathtaking spectacle as 8,100 drones flew in perfect synchronisation, setting a new Guinness World Record for the largest drone show ever performed. This dazzling event was orchestrated by Shenzhen High Great Innovation Technology Development Co., Ltd., a leader in drone technology, and took place at the Shenzhen Universiade Sports Center. The show was a visual feast, showcasing intricate shapes, patterns, and animations, including figures like dragons and flowers, all choreographed with remarkable precision.
Researchers at the Department of Biological Physics at Eötvös Loránd University have discovered how flocks of birds can overcome the theoretical difficulties of moving in a group and can now coordinate the fast-reacting, yet harmonious co-movement of more drones than ever before with a solution from nature.