Now you see me: Researchers used their octopus-inspired camouflage material to spell out the letters "U o I" (University of Illinois). Octopuses and squid possess the amazing ability to blend in with ...

By harnessing electron-beam patterning to control the swelling and contraction of a soft polymer, researchers created a ...

As an octopus, a squid, or a cuttlefish moves around a reef in the ocean, it instantly camouflages itself against the background. Known as cephalopods, these animals have the extraordinary ability to ...

Researchers developed a color-changing material that alters both surface texture and appearance in seconds, inspired by octopus camouflage.

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. An octopus evading a predator has one of the coolest evolutionary ...

Earlier this summer we wrote: "The U.S. Marine Corps has long been known for doing more with less; smaller, more agile, and quick to react, it actually employed that ability when hunting for new ...

Cuttlefish are sometimes known as the "chameleons of the sea," for their ability to change colors rapidly and blend in to their surroundings. Now, researchers have uncovered the three types of "light ...

Chromatic aberration may explain how cephalopods -- the animal family that includes squid, octopi and cuttlefish -- can demonstrate such remarkable camouflage abilities despite only being able to see ...

The U.S. Army is considering a wardrobe change. Five camouflage design teams have been chosen to move onto the next stage of the Army's selection and testing process of Phase IV Camouflage Improvement ...

Octopuses and squid possess the amazing ability to blend in with their surroundings, but now, researchers have created a man-made system that mimics this form of camouflage. The team developed ...

Earlier this summer we wrote: "The U.S. Marine Corps has long been known for doing more with less; smaller, more agile, and quick to react, it actually employed that ability when hunting for new ...

Most of us are familiar with the idea of camouflage. Everywhere you go, you can see people in “camo” clothing, hats, boots and jackets. This style is typically earth tone greens and browns in a ...