According to the Scientific American article linked in the post, "The system...consists of a thin sheet of resin–fiberglass composite, just a few centimeters across, segmented into 32 triangular panels separated by flexible silicone joints. Some of the joints have heat-sensitive actuators that bend 180 degrees when warmed by an electric current, folding the sheet over at that joint. Depending on the program used, the sheet will conduct a series of folds to yield the boat or airplane shape in about 15 seconds."
It´s known as memory structure, and it´s very used in the modern architecture, you must think in the uses that the combination of forms may offer us to create a newest buildings or interiors desings.
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explain this!!! what is happening here?
ReplyDeleteVery interesting. I would also love to know how this works.
ReplyDeleteAccording to the Scientific American article linked in the post, "The system...consists of a thin sheet of resin–fiberglass composite, just a few centimeters across, segmented into 32 triangular panels separated by flexible silicone joints. Some of the joints have heat-sensitive actuators that bend 180 degrees when warmed by an electric current, folding the sheet over at that joint. Depending on the program used, the sheet will conduct a series of folds to yield the boat or airplane shape in about 15 seconds."
ReplyDeleteIt´s known as memory structure, and it´s very used in the modern architecture, you must think in the uses that the combination of forms may offer us to create a newest buildings or interiors desings.
ReplyDeleteYou have a really interesting blog, and I love reading your posts! I am a realtor and artist in Portland, Oregon, and I will be sure to mention your site in my blog at www.homesbykaira.com. Please stop by my site, and I will continue to follow your blog as well. Keep up the great posts!
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