Transformable Modular Architecture System (TMAS): An Origami-Inspired Kinetic Housing Solution with Automated Flood-Resilient Floating Foundations
The core concept of the housing unit is inspired by origami geometric folding mechanisms, which allow the extending wings and roof systems to transform flexibly. Thanks to this unique principle, the home can expand its interior space to nearly three times its initial standard container size when deployed. Furthermore, this design approach aims to optimize global multi-modal logistics via standard ISO container dimensions, while providing rapid deployment and automated flood resilience through a PLC-controlled floating foundation for climate change adaptation.
Authors
- Phuong Minh (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0004-1322-0659)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
- Published
- 2026-11-09
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.24084948
- Primary Topic
- Architecture and Computational Design
- Type
- preprint