Materials & Fabrication

We investigate a complete pipeline for measuring, modeling, and fabricating objects with specified subsurface scattering behaviors. The process starts with measuring the scattering properties of a given set of base materials, determining their radial reflection and transmission profiles.

We present a method for practical physical reproduction and design of homogeneous materials with desired subsurface scattering.

We propose a novel system for designing and manufacturing surfaces that produce desired caustic images when illuminated by a light source.

This paper considers the design, construction, and example use of a new type of 3D printer which fabricates three-dimensional objects from soft fibers (wool and wool blend yarn). This printer allows the substantial advantages of additive manufacturing techniques (including rapid turn-around prototyping of physical objects and support for high levels of customization and configuration) to be employed with a new class of material.

We present a method for transforming a 3D object into a cube or a box using a continuous folding sequence.

We present an algorithm to generate designs for spinning objects by optimizing rotational dynamics properties.

We present a design system for linkage-based characters, combining form and function in an aesthetically-pleasing manner.

We propose an interactive, optimization-in-the-loop tool for designing inflatable structures.

We propose an interactive design system for rapid crafting of planar mechanical characters.

We propose a complete process for designing, simulating, and fabricating synthetic skin for an animatronics character that mimics the face of a given subject and its expressions.