Optical illusions are a captivating type of brain teaser that not only challenge your perception but also test your focus and observational skills. If you're someone who enjoys these mind-bending ...

Accurate and robust 3D imaging of specular, or mirror-like, surfaces is crucial in fields such as industrial inspection, ...

The Hubble Space Telescope captured an image of a star and a spiral galaxy, both in the constellation Virgo. But the photo is ...

The human brain possesses an amazing capacity to perceive images in novel ways, frequently creating perceptions based on perspective and past experience. Optical illusions exploit this tendency, ...

If there’s a reason that fancy holographic displays that respond to gestures are a science fiction staple, it’s probably because our current display technology is terrible. Oh sure, Retina ...

There is a mathematical side to optical illusions. One professor studies them in hopes of creating a safer world. Man on a roof or ladder against the wall: either way, it just doesn't seem ...

Whether you are simulating a lens, an optical communications system or a car headlamp, optical software can help you reach the optimum design. Neil Savage takes a look at some of the latest ...

Microsoft has rolled out a new update for the Windows Photos app, which adds Copilot support and an array of new features ...

From Disney World to the smartphone in your pocket, fingerprint scanners have become commonplace these days. Even budget phones sport the tech, sometimes alongside other biometric unlocking ...