Do Star Wars acolytes have a catch-all name for their interest group, similar to Star Trek's trekkies? If so, let us know. Until then, let's just say that today has been a great day for Internet Star ...

Basic sheets of plastic, paper or fabric can now be transformed into complex inflatables using a method devised by researchers at MIT Media Lab's Tangible Media Group. While a typical pouch made out ...

"Robotics aren't the only way to design objects that transform," said John Brownlee at Fast Company . Students at MIT's Tangible Media Group have created "origami-like" inflatables dubbed Aeromorphs ...

Traditionally, stand-up paddle boarders have had to choose between stable, versatile solid boards and easy-to-transport inflatables. The Origami Paddler is a new option: a foldable paddle board that ...

In 2016, an inflatable arch wreaked havoc at the Tour de France bicycle race when it deflated and collapsed on a cyclist, throwing him from his bike and delaying the race while officials scrambled to ...

Robotics aren’t the only way to design objects that transform: Just look at a balloon, the airbag in your car, or one of those crazy Lamzacs. Filling something with air is a useful way of transforming ...