This paper proposes a novel preparation process utilizing composite materials for the flexible bionic wings of hovering flapping wing micro air vehicles (FWMAVs)

addressing issues such as excessive mass and inertia

low flapping efficiency

and limited service life. The process employs lightweight

tear-resistant Cuben fabric as the wing membrane

combined with carbon fiber prepreg curing to form the wing veins. It also incorporates laser cutting

selfbonding technology

and a standardized thermal curing process

significantly enhancing the performance of the bionic wings. Experimental results demonstrate that

compared to traditional processes

the bionic wing prepared using this process reduces mass by 53.6%

increases flapping efficiency by 1–2 gf/W (approximately 40%)

and exhibits no significant damage during high-frequency

long-duration flapping

thereby substantially extending service life. Meanwhile

comparative experiments reveal no significant difference in aerodynamic performance between flexible bionic wings with simplified wing veins and those with insect-like veins

offering a new perspective for the optimal design of bionic wings. Furthermore

flight experiments validate the practicality of the proposed bionic wing fabrication process

laying a foundation for performance enhancement and practical application of hovering FWMAVs.