Researchers at University of Dallas in Texas have figured out how to use transparent carbon nanotubes to create photothermal deflection, or as it is more commonly known, a Mirage. In their paper, “Mirage effect from thermally modulated transparent carbon nanotube sheet” they lay out the science. It seems to look pretty good in water but I’m not too sure how it would look for all aspects of observation. Additionally, I’m not too sure how it would be done on land or if it would be as effective. But, for certain underwater applications, it might be just the ticket. Like hiding the entrance to a secret underwater lair for instance.
Via Wired’s Danger Room.
Underwater lair!? Like in “Never Say Never Again?” I want one!
I’m pretty sure it needs to be seen from a high angle in relation to the normal for it to work, at least that’s my understanding. Either way, damn cool!
You have NO idea how hard it’s been trying to conceal the entrance to my underwater lair. I tried growing seaweed, but it kept fouling all my submarine screws. I tried a mechanical door that looked like rocks, but the salt water rusted the piss out of it, and the damn garage door opener didnt transmit at ANY distance underwater. I tried holograms, but the image technology kept looking like “The Incredible Mr Limpet.” This, however, might just be the ticket!
Wow they invented an underwater mirror
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