Wallpaper Patterns from Nonplanar Chain Mail Links
Frank Farris

Chain mail is typically made by linking circular rings in a variety of patterns. New design tools and 3D-printing open the door to new chain mail patterns made from non-planar rings. Watch the video to see some samples that I have printed. The material properties are curious! Read the paper to learn how to make these yourself.
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