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February 15, 2017
NOVA
NOVA
The Origami Revolution #S44E12
The centuries-old tradition of folding two-dimensional paper into three-dimensional shapes is inspiring a scientific revolution. The rules of folding are at the heart of many natural phenomena, from how leaves blossom to how beetles fly. Engineers and designers are applying its principles to reshape the world around us—and even within us, designing new drugs, micro-robots, and future space missions.
Episode 12 of Season 44 from NOVA — available to stream in HD on any device.
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