Karakuri: How to Make Mechanical Paper Models That Move by Saka, Keisuke
Karakuri: How to Make Mechanical Paper Models That Move by Saka, Keisuke

Karakuri: How to Make Mechanical Paper Models That Move

Originally published in Japan, Karakuri is an introduction to the simple mechanisms, such as gears, cranks, cams,...
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SKU: 9780312566692
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Author: Keisuke Saka
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Subtotal: ¥6,595
Karakuri: How to Make Mechanical Paper Models That Move by Saka, Keisuke

Karakuri: How to Make Mechanical Paper Models That Move

¥6,595
Karakuri: How to Make Mechanical Paper Models That Move by Saka, Keisuke

Karakuri: How to Make Mechanical Paper Models That Move

¥6,595
Author: Keisuke Saka
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Description

Originally published in Japan, Karakuri is an introduction to the simple mechanisms, such as gears, cranks, cams, and levers, used to bring to life these amazing moving paper models or automata. Included are pull-out pages for you to use to construct your own moving models of the different types of gears. These models serve as the basis for designing your own karakuri or may just be admired on their own.

Detailed explanations, accompanied by diagrams, explain the physics behind how karakuri move and operate, so you really learn about the properties of the different types of gears and cams. And to inspire you, also included are four fun, full-color karakuri models designed by the author, a well-known paper engineer. Printed on pull-out pages and easily assembled, the projects include a whimsical tea-serving robot, an amusing penguin perched on an iceberg and trying to fly, a delightful peek-a-boo-playing teddy bear, and a mesmerizing train that goes around on a track and through a tunnel

With complete directions, fourteen full-size models, and the science behind the craft revealed, Keisuke Saka's book is a unique introduction to an ancient art and a perfect gift for creative and imaginative minds.

Author: Keisuke Saka
Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin
Published: 03/16/2010
Pages: 144
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.50lbs
Size: 11.04h x 8.48w x 0.61d
ISBN: 9780312566692
Audience: Young Adult

About the Author

KEISUKE SAKA is a paper engineer and graphic designer based in Japan. He co-owns a design firm, has exhibited his paper models at a number of museums, and has published many automata kits.


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