The idea isn’t just to make it block infrared cameras — that’s very doable already. The idea is to make it block thermal cameras while not hindering the athletes in any way.

How does it actually work? This high-tech garment completely blocks electromagnetic radiation, infrared detection and bacteria, effectively shielding the entire body from unwanted digital intrusions.

Why it matters: When the 2024 Summer Olympics kick off in Paris next month, Japanese athletes will be sporting innovative new uniforms designed to block creepy infrared cameras. It's an ...

Japanese athletes participating in the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics will wear uniforms designed to block infrared cameras.

Infrared cameras need electrical contacts to capture and transmit the images they detect. Most materials that can conduct electrical signals also block the majority of infrared radiation from reaching ...

A silver nanowire web: Engineers develop new transparent electrode for infrared cameras by NYU Tandon School of Engineering edited by Sadie Harley, reviewed by Robert Egan Editors' notes ...