The unique weapon allows a soldier to remain behind cover, with only the barrel of the rifle exposed in the direction of the hostile fire.
The basic principle is that light travels in a straight line, so by using mirrors or other reflective surfaces, the light can be redirected around a corner, allowing objects to be seen or photographed without being in direct line of sight.
The most common equipment used is a periscope or a mirror rig, which consists of two or more angled mirrors that can be adjusted to reflect light from different angles. Some cameras also have built-in periscopes or swiveling lenses for this purpose.
Yes, it is possible using a technique called "bouncing light". This involves using a bright light source to illuminate the object from a different angle, and then capturing the reflected light with a camera or other recording device.
One limitation is that the quality of the image may be reduced, as the light has to travel further and may be diffracted or reflected multiple times before reaching the camera. Another limitation is that the angle of view may be limited, as the mirrors or other reflective surfaces can only redirect light from a certain range of angles.
Yes, shooting around corners is commonly used in fields such as astronomy and medicine. In astronomy, it allows for the observation of objects that are behind obstacles, such as planets or stars behind other celestial bodies. In medicine, it is used for endoscopies and other procedures that require the visualization of internal structures.