Approaches for Minimizing Joints in Single-Degree-of-Freedom Origami-Based Mechanisms
Abstract
Origami patterns have been used in the design of deployable arrays. In engineering applications, paper creases are often replaced with surrogate folds by providing a hinge-like function to enable motion. Overconstraint observed in multivertex origami patterns combined with imperfect manufacturing may cause the resulting mechanisms to bind. The removal of redundant constraints decreases the likelihood of binding, may simplify the overall system, and may decrease the actuation force by reducing friction and other resistance to motion. This paper introduces a visual and iterative approach to eliminating redundant constraints in origami-based mechanisms through joint removal. Several techniques for joint removal are outlined and illustrated to reduce overconstraints in origami arrays.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Pub Defense Publication
- Publication Date
- Jun 30, 2022
- Source ID
- 10.1115/1.4054633
Entities
People
- Amanda Lytle
- Collin Ynchausti
- Larry L Howell
- Nathan Brown
- Spencer P Magleby
Organizations
- Air Force Office of Scientific Research
- Brigham Young University