NOVA - S44E12: The Origami Revolution

Name: The Origami Revolution
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2017-02-15
Duration: 55 min

Feb 15, 2017DocumentarySeason 44, Episode 12

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.

All Episodes - Season 44

0115 Years of TerrorSep 07, 2016 02School of the FutureSep 14, 2016 03Great Human OdysseyOct 05, 2016 04Super TunnelOct 12, 2016 05Treasures of the Earth: GemsNov 02, 2016 06Treasures of the Earth: MetalsNov 09, 2016 07Treasures of the Earth: PowerNov 16, 2016 08Secrets of the Sky TombsJan 04, 2017 09The Nuclear OptionJan 11, 2017 10Search for the Super BatteryFeb 01, 2017 11Ultimate Cruise ShipFeb 08, 2017 12The Origami RevolutionFeb 15, 2017 13Why Trains CrashFeb 22, 2017 14Holocaust Escape TunnelApr 19, 2017 15Building Chernobyl's MegatombApr 26, 2017 16Chinese Chariot RevealedMay 17, 2017 17Poisoned WaterMay 31, 2017 18Eclipse Over AmericaAug 23, 2017 19Ghosts of StonehengeAug 31, 2017 20Death Dive to SaturnSep 13, 2017 21Secrets of the Shining KnightOct 04, 2017 22Secrets of the Forbidden CityOct 18, 2017 23Killer VolcanoesOct 25, 2017 24Killer HurricanesNov 01, 2017 25Killer FloodsNov 08, 2017 26Extreme Animal WeaponsNov 22, 2017 27Bird BrainDec 20, 2017 28Day the Dinosaurs DiedDec 27, 2017

NOVA S44E12 Synopsis

NOVA "The Origami Revolution" is part of the 1337x catalog. Originally aired on 2017-02-15, this episode is part of Season 44 of NOVA. With a runtime of 55m, the episode keeps you engaged throughout. As part of this Documentary series, the episode continues to build on the show's compelling narrative. 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 an...