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In this work we presented a new way for approximating curves on a surface with developable strips, consisting of conical and cylindrical panels. This can also be seen as a new design tool with panels that are ready to planarize and yet allow for great freedom in the design. The differences from developable strips to planar panels like quadrilaterals and triangles are its advantageous reflection lines and an overall smooth look. In contrast to double curved panels, they can be built at reduced cost.

An easy-to-use algorithm is presented, that can be directly implemented into any CAD system without the help of external libraries or optimization frameworks.