Kiumars Sharifmoghaddam

TU Wien, Center for Discrete Mathematics and Theoretical Computer Science

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Kiumars Sharifmoghaddam is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of origami engineering, haptics, and virtual reality (VR). His work centers on transforming ancient paper-folding techniques into cutting-edge interactive technologies, with a particular focus on action-origami-inspired haptic devices. His most notable contribution is the development of the "Zipper Flower Tube," a rigid-foldable origami mechanism that enables encountered-type haptic feedback with minimal actuation—a breakthrough for immersive VR experiences. This work, published in 2023, has already garnered 6 citations, signaling its growing influence. Sharifmoghaddam further extended his impact by demonstrating how a robotic gripper paired with paper origami end-effectors can simulate material stiffness in architectural design, allowing designers to physically feel virtual materials. His latest research (2025) introduces a transformable modular system based on Snapology, where frustration-driven snap-through behavior enables novel reconfigurable structures. With a total of 10 citations across his most-cited papers, Sharifmoghaddam is establishing himself as a leading voice in haptic origami, bridging mechanical design, robotics, and human-computer interaction to make virtual worlds tangible.