Abstract
In this paper, we present a framework for studying folding problems from a motion planning perspective. Modeling foldable objects as tree-like multi-link objects allows us to apply motion planning techniques to folding problems. An important feature of this approach is that it not only allows us to study foldability questions, such as, can one object be folded (or unfolded) into another object, but also provides us with another tool for investigating the dynamic folding process itself. The framework proposed here has application to traditional motion planning areas such as automation and animation, and presents a novel approach for studying protein folding pathways. Preliminary experimental results with traditional paper crafts (e.g.. box folding) and small proteins (approximately 60 residues) are quite encouraging.
| Original language | English (US) |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 948-953 |
| Number of pages | 6 |
| Journal | Proceedings - IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation |
| Volume | 1 |
| State | Published - 2001 |
| Externally published | Yes |
| Event | 2001IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation (ICRA) - Seoul, Korea, Republic of Duration: May 21 2001 → May 26 2001 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Software
- Control and Systems Engineering
- Artificial Intelligence
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering