Nova. The origami revolution

DVD 2017

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.

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Folds (Form)

Folds (Form) Mathematical models

Origami

Origami Mathematical models

Technology

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ISBN:

9781531700133

Edition:

Widescreen

Description:

1 videodisc (55 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in
digital optical stereo
NTSC
video file DVD video region 1
polychrome

Target Audience Note:

MPAA: G (general audience; most parents would find this program suitable for all ages)
CHVR: Not rated

Other Title:

Origami revolution [DVD]
Nova (Television program)

Notes:

Documentary
Originally produced as an episode of the television series: Nova
Program content: ©2017
Wide screen (16x9)
Running time indicated on container: approx. 60 minutes; actual running time: 55 minutes
Narrator, Jamie Effros ; commentators, Erik Demaine, Robert J. Lang, Tomohiro Tachi
DVD, region 1, wide screen (16x9)
In English with optional English subtitles for the deaf and hard-of-hearing (SDH)

Control Number:

2133055

UPC:

008418870316
841887031653

Other Authors:

Bamas, Antoine, television producer
Bartlmae, Elmar, television producer
Demaine, Erik D., 1981- commentator
Effros, Jamie, narrator
Holt Productions, production company
Holt, Sarah, 1956- television producer, television director
Lang, Robert J. (Robert James), 1961- commentator
PBS Distribution (Firm), film distributor
Public Broadcasting Service (U.S.), publisher
Tachi, Tomohiro, commentator
Vives, François-Xavier, television director
WGBH (Television station : Boston, Mass.), production company
Wolff, Michael (Producer), television producer
fact+film Medienproduktion, production company

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