Thickness Utilizing Deployable Hard Stops (ThUDS) ID: 2020-022
ThUDS is an innovative technology enhancing the stability of origami structures by utilizing material thickness for self-interference and load distribution.
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Technology Overview
Thickness Utilizing Deployable Hard Stops (ThUDS) represent a significant advancement in origami-based designs, offering a novel approach to enhancing structural stability without the need for external stabilization components. By integrating directly within the material, ThUDS maintain the benefits of thickness and foldability inherent to origami, transitioning from a flat state to block movement at specified angles. The technology encompasses planar and spherical Deploying Strut ThUDS configurations, supported by detailed mathematical models and practical examples.
Key Advantages
- Enhances structural stability of origami designs without external components
- Utilizes intrinsic material thickness for self-interference and load distribution
- Offers versatility in application across various materials and engineering designs
- Supported by detailed mathematical models for precise implementation
Problems Addressed
- Instability and lack of load distribution in traditional origami structures
- Need for external stabilization components that compromise design integrity
- Challenges in applying origami principles to engineering applications requiring high structural integrity
Additional Information
Technology ID: 2020-022
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Date Published: 28 March, 2025
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