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      • © 2012 National Geographic; video courtesy: S.A. Morin, Harvard University and Science/AAAS

        Rubber Robot Can Change Colors

        August 16, 2012—Researchers at Harvard University have created a flexible robot that can change colors to hide from animals and people. The camouflaging system may be useful in studying animal behavior and other subjects where stealth is an advantage.

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        I wonder what the practical uses of this robot will be.  It's quite interesting, but I cannot think of any practical applications.

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