New technique uses templates to guide self-folding 3D structures

Researchers have developed a new technique to control self-folding three-dimensional (3D) structures. Specifically, the researchers use templates to constrain deformation in certain selected areas on a two-dimensional structure, which in turn dictates the resulting 3D structure of the material.

from Engineering and Construction News – ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/08/180801155603.htm

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