How science behind cats' eyes inspires camera technology for robots

Decades after, it is said, inspired the invention of reflective plots on roads, the shape and "light" of cat eyes are now imitated by engineers to design high-tech cameras.

Published on RocksNews: 3 Oct 2026, 18:16 UTC
Updated: 3 Oct 2026, 18:17 UTC
Language: English (Original language: French)

How science behind cats' eyes inspires camera technology for robots — Image credit: BBC News Afrique

Decades after, it is said, inspired the invention of reflective plots on roads, the shape and "light" of cat eyes are now imitated by engineers to design high-tech cameras.