In this paper, Hardik presents a novel deployable hull design for watercraft which utilizes curved-crease origami techniques. The primary contributions of the research include:
- The Application of Origami to Create Deployable Hulls: The origami-inspired design allows the hulls to be stored flat and deployed rapidly, offering an ideal solution for emergency response operations and naval missions where time and efficiency are critical.
- Tunable Hydrodynamics: The family of hulls presented in this paper can morph their shape to adjust hydrodynamic properties, such as the deadrise angle, depending on sea conditions. This ability ensures optimal performance in both calm and wavy waters.
“The ability to rapidly deploy and morph the shape of the hulls enables them to perform comparably to conventional hulls while also being flexible in use across various sea conditions. This capability offers potential advantages in military, rescue, and recreational naval applications by enhancing performance, power efficiency, and passenger comfort.”
