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Cloak of invisibility takes a step forward

Technology Mar. 20, 2010 - 05:01AM JST ( 9 )

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kyokenMar. 20, 2010 - 03:46PM JST

what is the application of this technology other than warfare and criminal acts?
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PepinGalargaMar. 20, 2010 - 06:15PM JST

there will always be a way to detect things, if not by visual, then audio (sonar), if not, then by smell, etc etc.

Also, I assume most of these cloaking technolgies can be defeated by using at least two cameras or sensors, and comparing the data.
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sharky1Mar. 20, 2010 - 08:31PM JST

I like their one dimensional approach...make it so small you can't see it...
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yokomocMar. 20, 2010 - 11:02PM JST

I can't see this working
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SargeMar. 20, 2010 - 11:26PM JST

"cloaking device"

I believe these German researchers have stolen it from the Romulans.

yokomoc - Good one.
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pawatanMar. 21, 2010 - 11:22AM JST

what is the application of this technology other than warfare and criminal acts?

Science now needs to consider all implications of new technology before performing research? I don't think so.
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sf2kMar. 21, 2010 - 02:09PM JST

Cloak infrared eh?

Two uses off the bat.

1) Allows nuclear warheads to launch undetected because you would not see the infrared signature of the rocket that the satellites are looking for, thus allowing any state with nukes a First Strike.

2) Mosquitoes/flies seek infrared so might make good malaria protection.

Which one do you think humans will pick?
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sf2kMar. 21, 2010 - 02:15PM JST

Oh and kiss all security cameras in all the world goodbye.

I mean, if you wanted the sneak a chocolate bar from the cafeteria guys, just ask, you don't have to ruin all human civilization over it.
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5SpeedRacer5Mar. 21, 2010 - 05:20PM JST

If they give AC 2 or lower and need a saving throw of 19 for visiblity, I will pay 1300 gp for one.