Modular building systems (MBS) and Origami are two emerging methods used in current construction practice. Origami is directly associated with the principles of the ancient Japanese art of paper ...

For the first time, load-bearing structures like bridges and shelters can be made with origami modules—versatile components that can fold compactly and adapt into different shapes—University of ...

Mechanical metamaterials are architected macroscopic structures assembled with desired geometrical arrangements leading to unusual mechanical properties and deformation modes. The macroscopic ...