# Nanostructural engineering presents an opportunity for next-generation multi-dimensional camouflage

**Authors:** Bing Wei, Junjie Du

PMC · DOI: 10.1038/s41377-026-02224-6 · Light, Science & Applications · 2026-03-02

## TL;DR

This paper introduces a new type of camouflage that works against multiple detection methods using nanostructured materials.

## Contribution

The novel integration of surface roughening and silver nanomesh for multi-dimensional stealth is presented.

## Key findings

- The tri-layer coating effectively counters hyperspectral, thermal, and polarization detection.
- The design offers enhanced optical and thermal management for stealth applications.

## Abstract

A multidimensional camouflage approach is proposed to effectively counter the combined hyperspectral, thermal infrared, and polarization detection. Its innovative integration of surface roughening and silver nanomesh offers enhanced optical and thermal management, with potential applications in military stealth, environmental monitoring, and advanced defense technologies.

A tri-layer camouflage coating integrates surface roughening and silver nanomesh to counter hyperspectral, thermal, and polarization detection, enhancing stealth capabilities for military and environmental applications.

## Full-text entities

- **Diseases:** DoLP (MESH:D017499)
- **Chemicals:** MgCl2 6H2O (-), ITO (MESH:C109984), polyurethane (MESH:D011140), Ag (MESH:D012834), Cr2O3 (MESH:C023600), polyethylene (MESH:D020959)
- **Species:** Chamaeleo chamaeleon (common chameleon, species) [taxon 91907]

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