Our Research
Our group investigates the mechanics, design, and implementation of non-traditional origami-inspired, woven, and biomaterial structures. We explore how to make these structures deployable, lightweight, sustainable, and adaptable to meet future engineering challenges.
Architectural Scale Deployable and Adaptable Structures
Inspired by origami principles we are working to make modern infrastructure rapidly deployable, adaptive for function or hazard, deconstructible, and sustainable. View More
Harnessing Basket Weaving for Hierarchical 3D Structures
We are studying the craft of basket weaving to create hierarchical 3D structures that are stiff, resilient to damage, and can achieve shape-morphing. View More.
Functional Micro-Origami for Manipulation, Sensing, and Robotics
We are using photolithography to fabricate functional micro-origami systems for interacting with and testing of miniature matter. View More.
Regenerative Mycelium Biomaterials
We are studying the mechanics of mycelium (fungal) biomaterials to enable large, stiff, growing, and self-repairing building infrastructure. View More.
Mechanics and Analysis of Thin-sheet Structures
Our group explores the underlying behaviors of different thin-sheet structures including origami, kirigami, straws, and woven structures. We also create analytical models that can efficiently and accurately capture the mechanics and multi-physics of these structures. View More.