The Origami Forum

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/

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.

Hoo boy...curved folds are weird Is there an equation given for those curves or do you have to fend for yourself?

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

(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.

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