'Soft robots' could camouflage themselves one minute, and stand out, the next
Thursday, August 16, 2012 - 14:00
in Biology & Nature
Researchers have developed a system -- inspired by nature -- that allows soft robots to either camouflage themselves against a background, or to make bold color displays. Such a "dynamic coloration" system could one day have a host of uses, ranging from helping doctors plan complex surgeries to acting as a visual marker to help search crews following a disaster.