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An article in New Scientist - the small drone flies as an ekranoplan, but the twist is that the membrane wings make use of vibrations to enhance lift, and will be able to vary stiffness.
https://www.newscientist.com/article/2078239-bat-drone-uses-shape-shifting-wings-to-skim-over-water/
https://www.newscientist.com/article/2078239-bat-drone-uses-shape-shifting-wings-to-skim-over-water/