Watch A Robot Swarm "Bloom" Like A Garden - Ars Technica

Researchers at Princeton University have developed a swarm of interconnected mini-robots that can adapt to changing light levels, similar to how flowers bloom in response to sunlight. The Swarm Garden, as it is called, could potentially be used as dynamic facades in architectural designs, allowing buildings to adapt to changing climate conditions and interact with humans in creative ways. The project demonstrates the potential of swarm robotics for adaptive shading and creative interior design, with future plans to collaborate with architects and explore more sustainable materials.