Marvelous Modular Origami (AK Peters/CRC Recreational Mathematics Series)

This richly illustrated book provides step-by-step instructions for the construction of over 30 different modular origami structures. The author describes basic folding techniques required to construct the “modules” that are used as building blocks to construct complex ornamental models. The diagrams are clear, crisp, and easy to follow, and are accompanied by inspiring color photographs. Additional tips encourage the reader to design their own original creations. **Advance Praise for __Marvelous Modular Origami__** "A must-have for any modular origami polyhedra enthusiast." -Rona Gurkewitz, co-author of Multimodular Origami Polyhedra "The models are paper folding in its purest form. They range from simple Sonobe to floral and geometrical constructions. All are eye-catching and satisfying to fold, and the finished constructions are pleasing to behold. Also included are short sections on the mathematics behind the shapes and optimum color choices." -David Petty, author of Origami A-B-C "In this colorful book, you'll find wonderful original origami modular creations. Meenakshi's clear instructions and helpful hints will have you zipping through these modules as well as improvising your own." -Rachel Katz, co-author of FUN FOLDS: Language Learning Through Paper Folding "Marvelous Modular Origami is a colorful addition to the literature of mathematical origami." -Florence Temko, author of many origami and other craft books Title page ......Page 1 Date-line ......Page 3 Contents ......Page 4 Preface ......Page 6 Photo Credits ......Page 7 Platonic & Archimedean Solids ......Page 8 Origami Basics ......Page 9 Folding Tips ......Page 11 1 Sonobe Variations (Created 1997-2001) ......Page 13 Daisy Sonobe ......Page 18 Striped Sonobe ......Page 20 Snow-Capped Sonobe 1 ......Page 22 Snow-Capped Sonobe 2 ......Page 24 Swan Sonobe ......Page 26 Spiked Pentakis Dodecahedron ......Page 27 2 Enhanced Sonobes (Created October 2003) ......Page 28 Cosmos Ball ......Page 30 Cosmos Ball Variation ......Page 32 Calla Lily Ball ......Page 33 Phlox Ball ......Page 34 FanTastic ......Page 36 Stella ......Page 39 3 Floral Balls (Created June 2003) ......Page 40 Poinsettia Floral Ball ......Page 42 Passion Flower Ball ......Page 44 Plumeria Floral Ball ......Page 46 Petunia Floral Ball ......Page 48 Primrose Floral Ball ......Page 49 4 Patterned Dodecahedra I (Created May 2004) ......Page 50 Daisy Dodecahedron 1 ......Page 52 Daisy Dodecahedron 2 ......Page 54 Daisy Dodecahedron 3 ......Page 55 5 Patterned Dodecahedra II (Created June 2004) ......Page 56 Umbrella Dodecahedron ......Page 59 Whirl Dodecahedron ......Page 60 Jasmine Dodecahedron 1 ......Page 62 Jasmine Dodecahedron 2 ......Page 64 Jasmine Dodecahedron 3 ......Page 66 Swirl Dodecahedron 1 ......Page 67 Swirl Dodecahedron 2 ......Page 69 6 Miscellaneous (Created 2001-2003) ......Page 70 Lightning Bolt ......Page 72 Twirl Octahedron ......Page 74 Star Windows ......Page 76 Rectangles from Squares ......Page 77 Homogeneous Color Tiling ......Page 78 Origami, Mathematics, Science and Technology ......Page 80 Suggested Reading ......Page 85 Suggested Websites ......Page 86 About the Author ......Page 87 Back cover ......Page 88 "With one folding pattern you can create several models! That is the fun of modular origami. Combine various identical units to build three-dimensional geometric shapes such as octahedrons and dodecahedrons. Variations allow you to experiment with the designs of the faces, including stripes, pinwheels, and flower blossoms." "The skill level of the origami in this book is intermediate, though beginners are encouraged to try, and origami basics are included. For those who want to go beyond the basics, this book also includes an introduction to the mathematics behind origami."--Jacket Provides step-by-step instructions for the construction of over 30 different modular origami structures. This book describes basic folding techniques required to construct the "modules" that are used as building blocks to construct complex ornamental units. Its diagrams are accompanied by color photographs.