aeroMorph
The project investigates how to make origami structure with inflatables with various materials. We introduce a universal bending mechanism that creates programmable shape-changing behaviors with paper, plastics and fabrics. We developed a software tool that generates this bending mechanism for a given geometry, simulates its transformation, and exports the compound geometry as digital fabrication files. A custom heat-sealing head that can be mounted on usual 3-axis CNC machines to precisely fabricate the designed transforming material is presented. We envision this technology could be used for designing interactive wearables, toys, and packaging industry.
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http://tangible.media.mit.edu/project/aeromorph/.
Honorable Mention Paper Award, UIST 2016
(reference -
https://www.media.mit.edu/projects/aeromorph/overview/)
