Invisible Cloaks, Translucent Walls

jd writes "The University of Tokyo has developed the illusion of invisibility, under the name of 'Optical Camouflage.' The system is remarkably simple - you have a mix of light-sensitive and light-emitting devices attached to an adapted reflective surface. The devices are hooked to a computer, which simply projects on each side whatever is on the opposite side. The result is more of a translucent look, than real invisibility, but the potential is there. The inventer's next objective is to make walls that are invisible, using the same technology. Project a real outside image onto an interior wall without windows. This almost sounds more frightening than the cloak, since there's no reason why the sensors would have to be placed outside. Imagine a world where PHBs can turn their office wall into a window onto any cube. Zero privacy. The technology is great, but the potential for abuse is definitely there." Update: 06/15 00:20 GMT by T : You may remember we mentioned this project when it was cloak-only.

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Cool!

[JumperCable]

I can't wait to get one of those suits for my girl friend. Cindy Crawford here I come!

All I know is...

[MindNumbingOblivion]

If I hear the quirky optical distortion bellow wort wort wort! or see a random energy blade floating in mid air, I'm going to find mmy nearest MJOLNIR capable footsoldier and get the hell out of the way.

/welcomes our new multispecies religious-fanatic overlords...