3D printed monolithic joints: A mechanically bistable joint

Shiyu Feng, Mengzeshan Du, Weiyi Wang, Heng Lu, Daekwon Park, Guohua Ji

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Abstract

This paper describes the design and fabrication process of an adaptive joint using 3D printed mono-material bistable mechanisms. The proposed joint deforms when external forces are applied, achieving two stable states. An x-shaped microstructure (simul-SLE) is designed for the connection portion of the bistable structure inside the joint. 3D-Printing experiments is conducted to explore the possibility of various forms of simul-SLE, which realize bistable by a single material. The experiment primarily solved two problems, namely the selection of materials and how to make the rigid 3D printed material acquires properties of flexibility and softness. Finally, practical applications are shown to prove the future of this joint.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publicationRE
Subtitle of host publicationAnthropocene, Design in the Age of Humans - Proceedings of the 25th International Conference on Computer-Aided Architectural Design Research in Asia, CAADRIA 2020
EditorsDominik Holzer, Walaiporn Nakapan, Anastasia Globa, Immanuel Koh
PublisherThe Association for Computer-Aided Architectural Design Research in Asia (CAADRIA)
Pages173-182
Number of pages10
ISBN (Electronic)9789887891734
StatePublished - 2020
Event25th International Conference on Computer-Aided Architectural Design Research in Asia, CAADRIA 2020 - Bangkok, Thailand
Duration: Aug 5 2020Aug 6 2020

Publication series

NameRE: Anthropocene, Design in the Age of Humans - Proceedings of the 25th International Conference on Computer-Aided Architectural Design Research in Asia, CAADRIA 2020
Volume1

Conference

Conference25th International Conference on Computer-Aided Architectural Design Research in Asia, CAADRIA 2020
Country/TerritoryThailand
CityBangkok
Period8/5/208/6/20

Keywords

  • 3D printing
  • Adaptive joint
  • Mechanically-bistable joint

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Computer Graphics and Computer-Aided Design
  • Building and Construction

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