Articulated Surfaces. A parametric approach to form-finding and structural evaluation

The objective of this research is to explore the ability of folded origami tessellations to adapt to free-form surface configurations in the context of architectural and engineering applications. The relationship between origami pattern variables, the geometry of the associated folded form, and the structural behaviour of the folded form on an architectural scale are studied. The study aims to answer the questions: Does function follow fold? Can fold follow function? A parametric workflow provides the platform for evaluating the affect of fold pattern variations on the structural performance of the folded geometry and computational methods are used to optimize the performance of the structure by varying pattern geometry.