Here's some quick updates on the cantilever design.
After further development of the form that I had previously posted on tuesday.
Here is what i have, before skewing away again.
Side Elevation: As of now, the Cantilever will be supported by a single bow truss running down the middle (in which you can see in the front Elevation)
Side Elevation Close up: This is how i potentially see the end of the cantilever. However, I hope the end of the platform can be extended out even further.
Front Elevation: Besides the Single Large Bow Truss, the platform will be further anchored and supported by vertical "rib supports" throughout the platform. They began off as a round circle/"O" shape. However, I tried experimenting with other forms, like the "U" shape, and alternating them to create a different experience for the Visitors on the platform.
I actually hope to develop a structure that uses mainly the "rib supports" instead of the bow truss.
Potential Perspective View from the Top (Still uncertain and developing)
Plan View: Here I'm experimenting with overhead sheltering devices in accordance to the vertical supports.
Above is a quick render, of the modeling in process.
-Liz
Hey, if you haven't gotten a chance to already. You should definitely look at Dov's project last year... your project is a little reminiscent of his.
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Though I would think that Dov's project was different from what Liz is going for, I think if it has already begun heading towards that direction, I would recommend that there is a possibility to take advantage of the cantilever and loading conditions to increase tension in the bridge thereby making it more rigid as an audience goes further out. If you could develop a type of structure and system that would hinge and adjust according to the location of a person on the span, you could make a very engaging and interesting project. Imagine walking out to the very apex of the bridge and finding that as your weight increases the tension in the system, it also increases its stability and rigidity. That would be a very promising proposal that would address the ways steel could be used in an innovative manner!
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