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In the vast galaxy of the internet, hidden among the stars, A World Between Worlds is a record of Fan Zirui's pride and joy. This is where engineering meets art, and the digital realm blends with the physical world.

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Dec. 26, 2024

Transferring Origami Patterns to Paper with Methyl Cellulose

I found that by embedding a pattern on the surface while treating the paper with methyl cellulose, the pattern stays even after drying. This could be useful for transferring origami pattern to paper. It’s kind of like drawing a pattern directly on the paper, but without the risk of tearing thin sheets due to friction.

It’s just 3 simple steps:

  1. Engrave the pattern onto a cutting mat, …
Dec. 20, 2024

Making Paper with Variable Thickness for Origami

As origami evolves, the patterns get more and more complex, and precision becomes crucial. But how do we accurately transfer these designs onto paper?

There are a few common methods:

  1. Folding: This involves using geometry to achieve specific ratios or using a grid system. It’s considered the “purest” approach since origami is all about folding. However, it’s quite tricky to …
Nov. 10, 2024

Live CV

Over the years, A World Between Worlds has been the one site that records what I do. However, as it’s a bit informal and filled with content not directly related to my work as an engineering researcher, it’s not quite suited to serve as a professional homepage. So, I think it’s time for a change.

A few weeks ago, I registered the domain name zirui.fan, which I plan to use as my academic homepage. …

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