In this assignment, we made three paper karakuri mechanisms with distinct repetitive movements. Working in pairs, we built one mechanism that produced a repetitious vertical motion, another that generated a repetitious horizontal movement, and a final one that swayed back and forth using a linkage mechanism. Throughout the process, we realised the importance of precise measurements. Every millimetre and fraction mattered as we crafted these mechanisms using card stock paper. Accurate measurements became evident as we wanted flawless synchronisation and fluid motion in our Karakuri creations. Overall it was an interesting assignment to build paper mechanics and understand how each mechanism works.
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