# MiuraSim: Origami Engineering

> Explore the science of Miura-Ori folds with interactive engineering simulations.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.gbpl.miurasim](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.gbpl.miurasim)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.gbpl.miurasim`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** GROCERY BOX (SMS-PRIVATE) LIMITED
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 61
- **Version:** 1.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-06-25
- **First published:** 2026-06-24
- **Publisher country:** PK
- **Size:** 11 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-17
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.gbpl.miurasim)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://hassanalj.blogspot.com/p/privacy-policy.html](https://hassanalj.blogspot.com/p/privacy-policy.html)

## Description

Unlock the potential of one of the most efficient geometries in structural engineering. MiuraSim provides a comprehensive environment to study and visualize the Miura-Ori fold—a unique method of tessellation that allows a large surface to expand and contract in a single motion.<br><br>Designed for engineers, students, and space enthusiasts, this simulator brings complex rigid folding mathematics to life through an intuitive and high-performance interface.<br>Core Simulation Features:<br>• Interactive Grid Architecture: Define your own folding patterns by adjusting grid rows, columns, and skew angles. Observe how geometric resolution impacts the structural integrity of the fold.<br>• Dynamic Compression Engine: Watch the folding process in action with smooth, real-time animations. Use the auto-cycle mode to study the continuous motion and mechanical synchronization.<br>• Crease Matrix Analysis: Explore the technical layout of Mountain and Valley folds. Gain a clear understanding of the topological requirements for successful rigid folding.<br>• Area Efficiency Lab: Access precise data on expansion ratios. Calculate the relationship between expanded surface area and compressed footprints to optimize your designs for storage or transport.<br><br>Educational Deep-Dive:<br>Go beyond the simulation with an integrated knowledge base. Learn about the aerospace origins of the Miura-ori, its role in deploying massive solar arrays in space, and its emerging applications in medical technology and solar energy.<br><br>Engineering Insights:<br>Receive real-time feedback on your configurations. The app provides geometric insights into structural stress and packing efficiency, helping you find the perfect balance between stability and compactness.<br><br>Whether you are studying the mathematical properties of negative Poisson&#39;s ratios or designing the next generation of deployable structures, MiuraSim offers the tools you need to master the science of folds.

## Rankings

- #2,180,185 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.gbpl.miurasim.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.gbpl.miurasim)