Curved pleated sheet structures

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1991-07-19

1993-08-10

Epstein, Henry F.

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428181, 4285422, 446488, A63H 3316

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052347273

ABSTRACT:
Self-supporting structures of diverse shapes are disclosed that may be collapsed down to compact bundles. Structures of this type are comprised of units which are comprised of two strips having non-parallel pleat lines. By pleating these strips according to a special pleat pattern, these structures may collapse down and expand out in a smooth manner.

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