GermanyA team of engineers at Northwestern University has developed a drone called 'Phantom Twist' that uses rapid spinning to create optical camouflage, making it nearly invisible to the human eye. The drone rotates approximately 25 times per second around its axis, causing it to blend into its surroundings and appear only as a faint shadow. This approach leverages the limitations of human visual perception rather than relying on traditional methods like transparent materials or refractive systems. The design was created using a computational model that generated over 20,000 different flying drone configurations. Through artificial intelligence and optimization algorithms, researchers identified the best placement of components such as motors, electronics, propellers, counterweights, and batteries to maximize invisibility while maintaining flight stability. Although the drone can hover, it currently lacks steering capabilities.
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