Lunoid

Fc1032 · Post by **Fc1032** » December 10th, 2007, 12:54 pm

Hi everyone!

Recently, i was browsing through some origami stuff... I bumped into the lunoid. It's a beautiful curved container, however, iam having difficulties making it... I got something similar but the thing is loosely held. I think i have done something wrong in the locking mechanism...

Pls have a look and any diagrams or suggestion is greatly appreciated!

(link below)

http://origami.oschene.com/archives/2007/01/11/159/

chapbell · Post by **chapbell** » December 10th, 2007, 4:28 pm

I find using a fairly stiff paper improves the model. Also, Bekkah uses a double lock on the corners and this helps a good deal, too.

Jonnycakes · Post by **Jonnycakes** » December 10th, 2007, 9:59 pm

Hoo boy...curved folds are weird

Is there an equation given for those curves or do you have to fend for yourself?

Fc1032 · Post by **Fc1032** » December 11th, 2007, 8:04 am

hahaha agreed, the curves do seem to pop out from nowhere.
I should use thicker paper... it might help hold the model in place:P and can someone explain or give hints on how i should start the locking mechanism... I am completely lost up to there. I have the shape but the locks aren't working for me

chapbell · Post by **chapbell** » December 11th, 2007, 7:10 pm

(x – h)² + (y – k)² = r², I guess. Other curves may work, never tried.

The corners fold over and the tension of the model holds it together. Sorry I can't be any clearer than that.

Fc1032 · Post by **Fc1032** » December 12th, 2007, 9:27 am

Try my best to make it (again). I'll post a pic when i finish!:D