Ronan the Sea Lion – perhaps the best beat-keeper on the planet? We’ve got the fascinating details. A new drone mimics the flying squirrel, which could be a game-changer for robots ability to navigate highly congested spaces. And on This Day in History, the story of Mary Kies – the first woman to receive a patent in the US.

This adorable bopping sea lion can probably hold a beat better than you

This Flying Squirrel Drone Can Brake in Midair and Outsmart Obstacles

1st woman US patent holder - Mary Dixon Kies in 1809

May 5: Mary Kies Becomes First Woman to Receive a U.S. Patent

Patented Straw Weaving Technique

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