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Origami-inspired design method merges engineering, art

Origami-inspired design method merges engineering, art | Science News | Scoop.it
Researchers have shown how to create morphing robotic mechanisms and shape-shifting sculptures from a single sheet of paper in a method reminiscent of origami, the Japanese art of paper folding.
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Origami Robots Run Only on Air

Origami Robots Run Only on Air | Science News | Scoop.it

Powered by nothing more than puffs of air, robots molded from paper and silicone rubber can bend, twist, grip and even lift more than 100 times their weight.

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Paper robots could have a strong, gentle touch - tech - 10 February 2012 - New Scientist

Paper robots could have a strong, gentle touch - tech - 10 February 2012 - New Scientist | Science News | Scoop.it
Paper structures filled with air could lead to new soft robots that can handle delicate objects...
Alexander Bratton's curator insight, February 21, 2014 2:50 PM

Paper robots are strong and have a gentle touch