Paper Airplane Origami – Combining Art and Science
Whether you are a seasoned Origami professional or someone who is new to the art, there are many different ways to make your paper airplanes. The process is not too difficult to follow, as long as you keep the main elements in mind. For example, when making your planes, you’ll want to start by folding your wings in order to ensure that they are parallel to the rest of your plane. This will ensure that the plane is not too top heavy, and will allow you to make the plane as large as you need to.
History of origami
Various forms of paper aircraft have been used since the early ages. In the early 1700s, the Montgolfier brothers made the first human-carrying hot air balloons using paper-lined cloth.
In the Great Depression, the Heinkel and Junkers tactical bomber programs used paper models. During the 19th century, the Wright brothers became interested in trying to create a paper airplane. They also studied the paper gliders of ancient China. They began using a combination of pencil and paper wings.
In the 1980s, Professor Ninomiya began designing paper models that were not only more advanced, but also included working propellers driven by the flow of the air. These planes required patience and skill to assemble. His airplanes eventually featured balsa wood fuselages.
Today, paper model aircraft are very sophisticated. They are often used in textile designs and clothing. In addition, they have gained high flight performance. They can also be crafted by a computer program, which allows the designer to use exact measurements to calculate the aerodynamics of the aircraft.
Laws that govern geometrical properties at any scale
Several studies have tested the hypothesis that an elastic folding structure can be used to create a specific geometrical configuration. In addition, a novel method for assessing the global folding motion of a curved crease origami has been developed. Using the appropriate folding algorithm, one can achieve the world’s longest curved crease. A less complex solution is required for a symmetrical creased structure.
As with other nebulous feats of physics, the creation of such structures is a largely untapped resource. This review of recent innovations in the field should serve as a roadmap to future breakthroughs in this exciting new domain. As a harbinger of the next generation of flex-folded paper airplanes, this study should serve as a jumping off point for a number of future enlightenments. The research was conducted in the context of the University of Maryland’s Center for Origami Research and Innovation.
Compliant mechanisms
Several software packages have been developed to simulate rigid folding motions. These programs can drive the folding motions and generate the crease patterns. However, few of them are able to perform efficient modifications to existing crease patterns.
Origami-based designs are a promising method for developing adaptive designs. They can dynamically change their shapes and respond to environmental stimulus triggers. They can also reduce energy demands.
Origami-based structures can be simulated with real-time physics and real-time rendering engines. They are particularly useful for designing metamaterials. They can be manufactured in a wide range of materials. Moreover, they can be tailored to different design requirements. The designs can also be self-actuated. The structural capabilities of origami-based systems are still at a very early stage. Further research should be conducted in order to improve their structural characteristics.
Nevertheless, origami-based structures are often limited in their geometrical configurations. Therefore, new materials and methods for the manufacture of origami-based cores should be investigated. In addition, the properties of the materials should be considered during the design process.
Lamina emergent mechanisms
Traditionally, there are a lot of compliant mechanisms that are based on flexure hinges. Lamina emergent mechanisms are the newest type of compliant mechanism. These structures can be made from planar materials and can be configured into non-planar shapes.
They use compliance to transfer motion from one member to another. They are fabricated from sheet metals. They can be shaped into non-planar shapes with a single applied force. The motion that is produced is called ’emergence’. These mechanisms can be used in electronics, and can be fabricated in a plane. They can be fabricated with MEMS processing technology. They are also economical to produce.
There are a number of design issues to address. These challenges include parasitic motion deflections, and the use of one or more LET joints. To address these issues, a membrane is used to ensure that the transition of the LET-joint from planar to non-planar shape is accurate.
