Genetically engineered bionically enhanced insects in lieu of robots

For context, I was reading about various research groups installing implants and cameras onto insects to use them as reconnaissance drones in high risk areas.

I'm wondering how feasible it would be, to upscale this idea, to genetically engineer insects to appropriate sizes and enhance them with the required bionics for control via software, and manipulation of their physical environment. Essentially piggybacking on a couple billion years of evolution to produce a versatile cyborg workforce that might be of use in the construction industry or maintenance.

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