The origami revolution [DVD video]

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Title:

Added Author:

Holt, Sarah, 1956- television producer, television director.

Vives, François-Xavier, television director.

Effros, Jamie, narrator.

Publication Date:

2017

Publication Information:

[Arlington, Virginia] : PBS, [2017]

[Arlington, Virginia] : Distributed by PBS Distribution, [2017]

Physical Description:

1 videodisc (55 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.

ISBN:

9781531700133

Abstract:

Origami, the century old tradition of paper folding is now at the heart of a scientific revolution. Scientists are discovering that folding is a powerful tool to explore the limits of science. Engineers and designers are now adopting origami designs to conquer space or reshape the world around us. From aircraft design to protein folding to micro-robots, join NOVA to discover how the age-old art of origami is transforming our world.

General Note:

Documentary.

Originally produced as an episode of the television series: Nova.

Wide screen (16x9).

Running time indicated on container: approx. 60 minutes; actual running time: 55 minutes.

Performers:

Narrator, Jamie Effros ; commentators, Erik Demaine, Robert J. Lang, Tomohiro Tachi.

Technical Details:

DVD, region 1, wide screen (16x9).

Subject Term:

Origami.

Origami -- Mathematical models.