Snub Polyhedral Forms Constructed from Flexible 60-120 Degree Rhombic Tiles

Year: 2016 Authors: David A. Reimann

Core claim

Pairwise triangular-face replacement by flexible rhombi enables even-degree snub polyhedra to close into rigid, lightweight, visually dynamic models.

Topics

snub polyhedra, open lattice construction, chiral symmetry, physical model making

Domains

polyhedra, Archimedean solids, vertex degree, geometric sculpture, paper craft, material-based form

Methods

pairwise face replacement, corner-connected rhombi, physical prototyping

Media

paper-backed cherry wood veneer, split-pin fasteners, paper

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