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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.
NEWS FLASH! Man has discovered fire! But, imagine a world where other men and women can [GASP!] see what you're doing, even if you're doing it in the dark! Zero privacy! The technology is great, but the potential for abuse is definitely there!
NEWS FLASH! The phonograph, which allows you to record and play back sound, is invented! But, imagine a world where people can surreptitiously record what you're saying, without you knowing! Zero privacy! The technology is great, but the potential for abuse is definitely there!
NEWS FLASH! Radio is invented, allowing people to broadcast sounds to millions of people over the air! But, imagine a world where people broadcast things 24 hours a day, brainwashing you, telling you how to eat, how to sh*t, how to live! Zero privacy! The technology is great, but the potential for abuse is definitely there!
NEWS FLASH! Thank goodness the tin-foil hats don't yet have the powers to stop invention, otherwise we'd still be hunting animals with sticks! But, imagine a world where, uh, sticks can be used to kill people! Zero, uh, privacy! The technology is great, but the potential for abuse is definitely there!
One problem, in sex only the woman can carry off the DNA, and the ACLU is anti-male, so it doesn't care. And slashdor are racist bigoted commie fuck face niggers. And you should know better.
What do you call a nigger with a peg leg? Shit on a stick! -joe
Why do niggers always have sex on their minds? Because they have pubes on their heads! -Bo
What does Pontiac stand for? Pool Old Nigger Thinks It's A Cadillac! -ricky
Did you hear the one about the baby nigger who went to heaven and got his wings? He said, "God! Look! I'm an angel!", and God said, "No you stupid nigger! You're a bat, now eff off!"
I like black people. I used to have some black friends 'till my dad sold them!
What does a nigress and an ice hockey player have in common? They both change their pads after 3 periods! -ashmoor
Why do blacks have white hands and feet? They were on all fours when God spray painted them!
Why do black people have white hands? They were up against the wall when God spray painted them!
Why do black people have white hands? Everyone has some good in them! -bonz
Why do black people have white hands? It rubs off the cop cars! -bonz
Why do more niggers get hit by cars in the winter? They're easier to spot! -brenden
What do you call two blacks on one bike? Organized crime! -bobo
Why are niggers getting stronger? T.V.s are getting bigger! -tim
What happened to the nigger who had an abortion? Crime Stoppers sent her a check for $500! -tim
Why don't nigger bitchs wear panties to picnics? To keep the flies away from the chicken! -michael
What's the difference between a truck full of baby niggers and a truck full of bowling balls? You can't unload a truck full of bowling balls with a pitchfork!
Why do niggers call white people "honkies"?
Thats the last sound they hear before they get hit! -davey
What do you call a chinese nigger with AIDS?
Coon Die Soon - David
I believe that most people discarding military use of this technology forgot not all armies (or group of opponents) have a bunch of technological gizmo to detect all kind of emission one can produce.
In cities, when you are not in the dark, this kind of technology has great potential. Your opponent will not be able to rely on night vision... Also, even if you are still visible with IR, your opponent still have a worse view than if you have no camouflage. As another poster said, your advantage may only for a few seconds, but it's enough for you to have better odds.
I can also see this technology for police interventions (hostage situation and the like). In most cases, the bad guy will not have any kind of technology to detect you.
"Thank you, I'm here all week."
I'm thinking that should read "weak" not "week".
If all you have is a hammer, everything looks like a nail.