Research & journal

Notes from the bench

Experiments, materials and measurements from the VIHI lab — 186 published notes and counting.

May 10, 2026

Origami Dripper vs. V60: Which Should You Buy for Your Brewing Style?

Introduction The pursuit of the perfect cup of coffee has driven significant innovation in manual brewing equipment, with the pour…

May 7, 2026

Ceramic vs Resin Origami Dripper: Which Material is Right for Your Brewing?

Introduction The pursuit of the optimal pour-over coffee experience has driven significant innovation in brewing equipment, with t…

May 4, 2026

The Science Behind Origami Dripper Ribs: How They Control Extraction Speed

Introduction The pursuit of precision in pour-over coffee brewing has driven significant innovation in dripper design, moving beyo…

April 11, 2026

Why Your Kalita Wave Coffee Tastes Inconsistent: The Hidden Science of Filter Geometry

Discover why stacked Kalita Wave filters cause extraction inconsistency.

April 5, 2026

How to Use Kalita Wave Filters in Your Origami Dripper for Richer Body

<!DOCTYPE html> Technical Draft: Kalita Wave Filters in the Origami Dripper Introduction The pursuit of optimal extraction in manu…

April 5, 2026

Origami Dripper vs V60: Which Should You Choose for Your Coffee?

<!DOCTYPE html> Origami Dripper vs V60: Technical Analysis Introduction The pursuit of the optimal pour-over brew is a study in co…

April 4, 2026

The Complete Origami Dripper Guide: Mastering Geometry, Flow Rate, and Flavor Control

<!DOCTYPE html> The Complete Origami Dripper Guide: Phase 1 &#8211; Introduction &#038; Theory The Complete Origami Dripper Guide:…