All articles tagged with #compliant mechanisms
A designer explores integrating origami techniques into 3D printed parts, creating flexible and strong structures by modifying fold lines and using offset panels, pushing the boundaries of what is possible with 3D printing.
Mechanical engineer Mark Rober explores the concept of compliant mechanisms, which are single structures that combine the frame, spring mechanism, and trigger of a device. Collaborating with Brigham Young University, Rober designed an ant-sized blaster gun using compliant mechanisms and released the STL files for 3D printing. The design was further scaled down using carbon nanotubes and even self-assembled using DNA structures. While the practical applications are uncertain, compliant mechanisms hold potential for advancements in medical science and miniaturization.