Octopuses are renowned for their instant color-changing abilities, a skill they use to outwit predators and surprise prey. Yet, the energy cost behind this extraordinary camouflage has remained a ...

Learn more about the polymer film that can change color and texture when electron beams are applied.

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

Octopus and other cephalopods are good at hiding themselves—and are inspiring cutting-edge technologies that may help us do ...

New octopus-inspired artificial skin mimics marine camouflage, enabling materials to transform in color and texture for ...

Researchers have developed a flexible material that can quickly change its surface texture and colors, offering potential ...