Hello everyone,
My name is Andrew Foster and I am majoring in computer science while minoring in business administration. I enrolled in this class because I needed my 400 lvl electives and I thought that this class would be extremely interesting. I’ve always been interested in what you can do with 3D printing and also with the architecture and design that goes along with it.
The project I chose to look at for this assignment is the helix bridge located in Singapore.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Helix_Bridge
| Architect | COX Group Pte Ltd (Australia) and Architects 61 (Singapore) |
|---|---|
| Designer | ARUP Pte Ltd (Australia) |
| Constructed by | Sato Kogyo Pte Ltd and TTJ Design and Engineering Pte Ltd |
The computational methods used in this project are a helix repeating design that wraps around the pedestrian bridge. I find it compelling because it’s an extremely pretty bridge right in the heart of Singapore. I really enjoy the way it lights up in a double helix pattern similar to DNA, and that it relates to the human experience by being a pedestrian bridge.
Andrew,
I’m surprised this is my first time hearing about this project considering how large it is. The helix pattern that resembles DNA was such a unique touch; I wonder how the bridge was broken down when it was being 3D printed. I’m also curious as to what inspired the designer and architects to take on this design for a bridge and if there are any manufacturing benefits associated with their choice of execution/construction. There are likely several similar structures already integrated into our society – and we many not even be aware that they were 3D printed.
Hi Andrew,
The structure itself is eye catching and it’s to see it was an international team effort. I wonder if the double helix design aids in the structural rigidity. I know it’s suppose to emulate a DNA strand, but for me it looks like a fractured glass as you walk through the bridge. The touch of LEDs through out the bridge add that special touch. I hope to visit this bridge in person one day.