Folding Tech: Using Origami and Nature to Revolutionize Technology

by Karen Kenney

Space probes, self-assembling robots, crash-absorbing cars, and designer proteins all have one thing in their use of folding technologies. To develop these technologies, engineers are taking inspiration from an unusual source—origami, the ancient art of paper folding. Examine origami's origins, how it intersects with mathematics, and how it became a tool to solve some of the most complicated challenges in engineering, architecture, technology, and medicine today. Plus, get a close-up look at these technologies with two augmented reality images included in the book!

Genres: Young Adult, Middle Grade, Technology

147 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 3, 2020

Reviews

[Sydney]

I enjoyed learning about how origami can influence the future of many scientific fields. Folding Tech was my first exposure to origami's use in science, but this idea started in the 1970s! I thought the book was engaging, as it was short in length, had pictures to break up paragraphs, and had colorful page layouts. The information was written in an easy-to-understand way, which is helpful for people unfamiliar with the topic. I look forward to learning more about the development of origami in science as the future unfolds.

[Tripp]

I love this sort of book, well-written reportage that spans science, art, and nature. The target demographic for this book is young--secondary school--but the references point to more in-depth treatments of this fascinating subject. I mean, self-folding robots and micro-surgeons inside the body, come on!

[kate · Rating 4 out of 5]

This nonfiction title looks at how origami's folding technology is used for amazing things - like creating heart stents, solar panels, or even tiny robots that can unfold.

[Bryan Witt · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fascinating book