Materials Research

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.

We present an automatic approach to design and manufacture passive display devices based on optical hidden image decoding.

We present an interactive design system that allows non-expert users to create animated mechanical characters.