Important Innovations Collection: Origami Invention for Spacecraft
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Very Original Origami for Spacecraft Landings Source: University of Washington Softens the Blow and Enables Rocket Reuse A team at the University of Washington has invented an origami inspired metamaterial. It's designed to soften the force generated when a spacecraft lands and enable its reuse. The researchers also say it can be used in cars to soften the blow of an accident. For a news blog with details, go to Important Innovations Collection: Origami Invention for Spacecraft : Designed to Soften Impact of Landings Source: University of Washington Origami Inspired Metamaterial This is unique innovation deve...