New 3D thermal cloak hides objects from heat in any direction
Researchers at the University of Illinois have developed a 3D-printed thermal cloak capable of concealing objects from infrared cameras.
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A team at the University of Illinois has developed a 3D-printed device designed to mask an object's heat signature. The technology functions as a thermal cloak, rendering objects invisible to infrared cameras.
Coverage from outlets including Phys.org, The Engineer, and Yahoo emphasizes the device's ability to operate in any direction, providing omnidirectional concealment. Reports from heise online and Interesting Engineering highlight the 3D-printing process involved in creating the cloak.
Coverage does not yet specify the materials used in the construction of the cloak or the size of the objects that can be concealed. Future developments will depend on the potential applications for this thermal cloaking technology as reported by WLNS 6 News and Bioengineer.org.
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What does the 3D thermal cloak do?
It hides objects from heat and makes them invisible to infrared cameras.
Who developed this technology?
A team at the University of Illinois.
Is the cloaking effect limited to specific angles?
No, coverage notes the cloak is omnidirectional and hides objects from heat in any direction.
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New 3D thermal cloak hides objects from heat in any direction Phys.org · 91d ago broke it first
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