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Electric Pedestrian Overpasses

The DSSH Bridge is Sustainable, Dynamic and Visually Impressive

— July 19, 2011 — Eco
I wouldn't be surprised if at first, people might find themselves a bit too timid to cross the DSSH Bridge (Dynamic ShapeShifting Helix). That is, when the DSSH Bridge is illuminated with electric LED lighting, of course. Yet this helix-shaped overpass is completely safe, not to mention very convenient as well.

Designed by Sanzpont, the DSSH Bridge recently won at the Building to Building Pedestrian Bridge International Challenge. Sustainable, dynamic and visually impressive, I'm not surprised that it did. Although the stunning light show at night may seem to take up a lot of energy, photovoltaic solar panels generate clean energy during the day while the inclusion of green plants helps in circulating fresh oxygen.

Overall, the DSSH Bridge would be a great addition to any city.
Trend Themes
1. Sustainable Pedestrian Infrastructure - The DSSH Bridge's use of solar panel and green plants for generating electricity presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for creating energy-efficient pedestrian infrastructure.
2. Dynamic Pedestrian Infrastructure - The DSSH Bridge's unique design and illuminated LED lighting present a disruptive innovation opportunity for creating visually impressive and dynamic pedestrian infrastructure.
3. Incorporating Green Technology in Infrastructure - The DSSH Bridge's use of green plants for circulating fresh oxygen presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for incorporating green technology in infrastructure to promote sustainability and environmental friendliness.
Industry Implications
1. Urban Planning and Development - The DSSH Bridge's innovative design presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for creating new pedestrian infrastructure that is visually appealing, sustainable, and dynamic, making it appealing to urban planners and developers.
2. Renewable Energy - The DSSH Bridge's use of photovoltaic solar panels for generating electricity presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for the renewable energy industry to develop new ways of incorporating solar energy in infrastructure.
3. Architecture - The DSSH Bridge's helix-shaped design and illuminated LED lighting present a disruptive innovation opportunity for architects to create visually impressive and dynamic infrastructure that seamlessly blends in with its surroundings.
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