Name: Origami, the ancient art form solving modern problems
Uploaded: 2026-06-11T14:14:36Z
Duration: 6 min 11 s
Description: 14-year-old student Miles Wu is obsessed with origami, transforming everyday scraps of paper into unexpected creations. In a joyful talk, he explores the ancient art form — from making Christmas ornaments and pigeons to folding patterns that can hold 10,000 times their weight — and shows all the possibilities hiding inside a single piece of paper.

Miles Wu: Origami, the ancient art form solving modern problems

Origami, the ancient art form solving modern problems

14-year-old student Miles Wu is obsessed with origami, transforming everyday scraps of paper into unexpected creations. In a joyful talk, he explores the ancient art form — from making Christmas ornaments and pigeons to folding patterns that can hold 10,000 times their weight — and shows all the possibilities hiding inside a single piece of paper.

Folding paper is not just an art, but a launchpad for creativity, problem-solving, and social good. From transforming a CVS receipt into a centipede to designing patterns that hold 10,000 times their own weight, origami reveals surprising strength in the most humble material. Experiments with the Miura-ori fold even inspired stronger, lighter structures for potential emergency shelters. By playing with paper, anyone can spark innovation and impact the community.

Origami Turns Simple Paper Into Powerful Solutions

Origami can spark creativity and drive innovation, transforming ordinary paper into objects as strong as they are beautiful. A single fold pattern once used in space technology was tested at home until it held nearly 200 pounds and supported over 10,000 times its own weight. Through community projects, a simple paper bird became a tool for charity and connection. Even humble materials can unlock remarkable solutions to complex challenges.