Moth eyes inspire antireflective surfaces for military applications
Tuesday, March 8, 2011 - 07:50
in Physics & Chemistry
(PhysOrg.com) -- If you look closely at the surface of a moth's cornea, you see that it is comprised of tiny protruding bumps. These bumps exist to keep moths safe from predators by preventing light from reflecting in their eyes and betraying their presence. In essence, the moth's eyes are naturally antireflective.