How does resistance change when comparing a flat sheet to a folded one

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The discussion focuses on the change in electrical resistance when comparing a flat sheet to a folded sheet. It establishes that the resistance change is predictable and depends on the geometry of the fold, specifically the area (A) and thickness (d) of the material. Additionally, the material properties of the sheet play a crucial role in determining the resistance. The presence of electrical connections within the fold further complicates the geometry and resistance calculations.

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How does sheet resistance change when comparing a flat sheet to a folded sheet?



Is this change predictable? Would the change also depend on the number of folds? Is the capacitance of the fold an important factor in the change?
 
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If there is an electrical connection on the inside of the fold, then you have just shifted to a different geometry slab - different A and/or d.

I think anything else will depend a lot on the material properties of the sheet.
 

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