Project 1
Form & Function
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Introduction: This project aims to transform an existing bridge structure by introducing a new function. The design integrates a three-dimensional object and its components to create a dynamic and unique movement system, offering a creative solution.
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Specifications:
Bridge Span: 190'
Bridge Width: 12'
Depth below grade: 10'
Opening Width: 30'
Opening Height: 40'
Depth below grade: 10'
Bridge Options
Forth Bridge;
Scotland, United Kingdom
Cantilever bridge
Aerial Lift Bridge;
Duluth, Minnesota, USA
Sydney Harbour Bridge;
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Arch bridge
Movement Analysis
For this project, three common household items with two or more hinges were analyzed to understand how their movement could be applied to a bridge opening mechanism. The items selected were a water wrench, a wine opener, and an ice cream scoop. Each item demonstrated how hinged joints allow for controlled motion and force transfer.
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Wine Bottle Opener
Ice Cream Scooper
Locking Pliers
PRELIMINARY PROTOTYPE TABLE​
SELECTED PROTOTYPE
Forth Bridge;
Scotland, United Kingdom
Cantilever bridge
3D BRIDGE PROCESS
MECHANISM MOVEMENTS
ISOMETRIC VIEWS​
SOUTHWEST
NORTHWEST
SOUTHEAST
NORTHEAST
FINAL VIEW
