Self-Assembling Platonic and Archimedean Solids: Innovations and Advancements

Year: 2023 Authors: Donald J. Plante; John R. Jungck

Core claim

Self-assembling polyhedra can be expanded from Platonic to more complex Archimedean solids by using 3D printing, magnets, and carefully designed polarity mappings.

Topics

self-assembly, polyhedra, 3D printing, magnet mapping, dual polyhedra

Domains

geometry, polyhedral symmetry, Caspar-Klug theory, dual polyhedra, mathematical art, color-coded design, 3D fabrication, tactile models

Methods

CAD modeling, radial projection onto sphere, magnet insertion, shake assembly

Media

PLA filament, Ultimaker 3 3D-printer, 3 mm neodymium magnets, spherical container

Source status

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