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Form & Function
Project 1: Form and Function
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This project challenged students to implement the basic Architectural concept that form follows function. In the assignment we were required to design several prototypes, ultimately leading us to a final design, based off of real, non moving bridges. This called for an object, measuring 30'x40' to pass through the bridge with zero complications. Transformation was key in this assignment and each student was required to document the creative process.
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Prototypes:
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Illinois River Bridge
Steel Truss Bridge
Indian River Inlet Bridge
Cable Style Bridge
Sydney Harbor Bridge
Arch Style Bridge
Umbrella
Hose Reel
Sliding Roller
3x3 Diagrams
Mechanism
The mechanism that I have designed incorporates the hose reel concept. The cables are reeled in using pulleys at higher access points on the bridge, allowing for the bridge to fold open.
Preliminary Designs
Final Design
Movement
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