We reported last month that a new technology developed by scientists at the University of Keio, in Japan, can make the rear seats of a Toyota Prius invisible through an ''optical camouflage'' system. More details have now been provided to explain how it actually works.
Cameras capture what's going on behind the car and the image is projected in real time on a semi-reflective mirror positioned between the front seats, which gives the impression of seeing through the rear seats. It's as simple as that.
Researchers ultimately want to expand the system to cover all 360 degrees and eliminate blind spots for good.
Cameras capture what's going on behind the car and the image is projected in real time on a semi-reflective mirror positioned between the front seats, which gives the impression of seeing through the rear seats. It's as simple as that.
Researchers ultimately want to expand the system to cover all 360 degrees and eliminate blind spots for good.