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Bats use their tiny hair to carry out powerful elaborate flights from one place to another, as these tiny hairs are capable of detecting even the slightest changes in the air current, according to a new study.
The nerve endings which are attached to these tiny hairs can send signals to the brain of these highly agile fliers, according to Tech Times. These signal in turn help them to make micro second decisions and decide the path of flight and altitude which will be best for their long flights, according to News Informer.
This is the first time that such an extensive study is commissioned to study the amazing reason behind the to the point precise flights of bats. These "sensors" act like a flippers and a propeller, similar to that found in an airplane.
These findings can greatly help researchers to know the in depth guide movement of mammals, according to a researcher from Johns Hopkins University. The Johns Hopkins University is carrying out these studies.
This study was subjected to the big brown bats which are seen commonly in the United States. It was also found that these high mechanism wings are not just used to carry out stunning flights, but they are also used to capture insects and climb on rough surfaces to feed their infants.
Earlier, the process of echolocation was thought to be the reason behind the precise flights of these tiny mammals. Echolocation is nothing but the reflected sound mechanism which bats use to guide themselves while flying. This process allows them to determine their speed and acceleration.
Journal "Cell Reports" published the study.
