WIND ACTIVATED PLAZA LIGHT

This cylindrical installation, positioned at an urban plaza corner, transforms wind into a wind-activated light spectacle. Equipped with a three-cup anemometer at its top, it measures wind intensity to modulate the LED column's glow while an auxiliary motor drives rotating blades - ensuring seamless visual feedback even in low winds. As gusts strengthen, both blade speed and light patterns intensify, creating a harmonious interplay of motion and illumination that reveals the invisible energy of the city's airflow.

V1  |   Safety & Stability

  • Date:   2024 NOV
  • Type:   System Design
  • Role:   Interaction, Software & Hardware Designer
  • SoftWare:   Rhinoceros, Arduino IDE, EasyEDA
  • Description:   In this project, I developed PCD (Printed Circuit Design), structural framework, and mechanical systems in parallel. Such holistic engineering enables field technicians to perform modular plug-and play replacement during both assembly and maintenance phases, dramatically simplifying installation workflows and long-term servicing.

PCD: This PCB integrates an Arduino controller and compact power module while featuring dedicated power distribution channels with pluggable terminal blocks for motors, LEDs, and peripherals. Drawing from past field experience, I implemented oversized labeling and intuitive icons adjacent to each connector - turning potential troubleshooting guesswork into foolproof maintenance.

Testing: In a race against time, all these installations were assembled and tested in just three days between receiving all components and shipping deadlines. Against all odds, the whole installation process was completed with unbelievable smoothness.