Flugi

Flugi is a term used in speculative technology and science fiction to denote a class of small, autonomous flying devices. It is not tied to a single real-world product or standard, and its meaning varies across authors and designers. In many descriptions, a flugi is a compact, electric-powered aerial platform capable of vertical take-off and landing, automated flight, and remote operation. Designers often emphasize portability and modular payloads, enabling tasks such as surveillance, delivery, or sensor deployment in cluttered urban environments.

Origins of the word are obscure; flugi appears to be a neologism formed from flight-related roots and a diminutive suffix in several European languages. Because it is not an official term, there is no universal specification for size, range, or performance, and models labeled flugi can range from palm-sized devices to small backpacks.

In fiction and design discourse, flugi appears as a generic stand-in for micro-drones used for everyday errands, exploration, or experimentation. It is commonly discussed in speculative scenarios about urban air mobility and the interaction of autonomous aircraft with people and buildings. The term functions as a helpful shorthand to discuss concepts without committing to a specific prototype or regulation.

See also: drones, unmanned aerial vehicle, VTOL, urban air mobility.