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To replicate the columnar formations of birds, in which they line up one directly behind the other, the researchers created mechanized flappers that act like birds' wings.

Underneath, dresses of scalloped sequins and draped fringe recall flapper looks with contemporary discipline.

Next steps from the robotics perspective will include working with material scientists to equip the flappers with muscle-like materials.

Times columns focuses on men and women and their struggles during the early flapper era.

Substitute today’s opposition to drag shows for the Klan’s campaign against changing morals and uncorseted flappers and you have another haunt of history.