# Invisible Tanks BAE Systems Chameleon Technology Could Make Vehicles Seem like a Mirage By Jordan M | Published 2011-01-22 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bae-systems-chameleon-technology References: [newscientist](http://www.newscientist.com/article/mg20927954.800-chameleon-tanks-blend-into-background.html) & [baesystems](http://www.baesystems.com/) BAE Systems Chameleon technology is a type of [tank camoflauge](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/advanced-dimming-technology) currently in development that will potentially make [armoured vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/octa-edition-one) capable of disguising themselves completely. The system involves placing a pair of video cameras on each side of the tank whose data is then transmitted to the opposite side of the vehicle which displays the recorded feed in a manner much like a projection. In this way the tank could appear almost invisible, although [heat-dampening measures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paint-technology) are also a key component of BAE Systems Technology. The system could be fully operational in as soon as five years, so keep your eyes peeled for further developments. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 24% | Activity: 43% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Camouflage Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced camouflage technology for various military applications. - **Video Projection:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new applications of video projection technology for visual deception and illusion purposes. - **Heat-dampening Measures:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create innovative heat-dampening solutions for military vehicles or other industries that require thermal disguises. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Military:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate advanced camouflage technology into military vehicles to enhance stealth capabilities. - **Defense:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative defense solutions leveraging video projection and heat-dampening technologies. - **Entertainment:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Utilize video projection technology to create interactive and immersive entertainment experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Invisibility-Illusion Portable Cloaks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invisibility-shield-co.md) - [Optical Illusion Invisibility Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invisibility-shield.md) - [Armored Tactical SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2026-rezvani.md) - [Automatic Color-Changing Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-ix-flow.md) - [High-Speed Remote-Controlled Tanks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xrc-brawler.md) - [Car Color-Changing Technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/car-color-changing-technology.md) - [Invisible Vehicle Antennas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transparent-antenna.md) - [Thermoregulating Car Cloaks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/car-cloak.md) - [Stealthy Fantasy-Themed Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/f117-4wd-covenant.md)