Drones: British Army is testing autonomous 'bugs' that can fly in strong winds and spy on enemies

Autonomous flying'bug drones' that can spy on enemies more than a mile away and operate in strong winds of up to 50mph are being tested by the British Army. Developed by the British defence firms BAE Systems and UAVTEK, 'The Bug' is a fist-sized robot weighing just 6.7 ounces (191g) -- roughly the same as a smart phone. The drone has a 40 minute battery life and a'stealthy low visual profile' that makes it hard for the enemy to spot. The army is said to have taken delivery of 30 units. In the recent Army Warfighting Experiment, the Bug proved to be the only small drone tested that was capable of withstanding difficult weather conditions.