Hiding an elephant into a matchbox with transformation optics
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Based on transformation optics, we propose an illusion device that can make objects look much smaller and different than they actually are. In particular, the device has a capability to hide a large object (like an elephant) into a small one (like a matchbox). Compared to previous proposals for illusion devices, there is no requirement for negative refractive index or for speed of light going to infinity as in Euclidean invisible cloaks. We demonstrate the functionality of the device by full wave simulations.
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volume 8 issue None
pages 113- 118
publication date 2014-07
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