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Starry Sculptural Pylons

This Modern Electricity Tower is Compact and Attractive

— December 29, 2015 — Eco
Pylons are considered beautiful by few, but this modern electricity tower would change that. Designer Hans-Jochen Hilsberg strove to prioritize functionality and efficiency, of course, but he recognized that a complete rethink of the structure could make it aesthetically pleasing too.

Proposed to support the German Energy Transition, the Star Pylon concept would bring power to homes with even more efficacy than the older infrastructure. It would do so with a fraction of the physical footprint, and it would change the face of the landscape in many regions. The shape of the structure would comprise a single, sturdy post, topped with a six-pointed framework, capable of holding a number of wires each. The designer suggests that it would be more cost-effective than the old system too, signifying a brighter future all-round.
Trend Themes
1. Aesthetically Pleasing Infrastructure - This sculpture-like electricity tower demonstrates the potential for creating functional infrastructure that is visually attractive.
2. Efficient and Compact Designs - The Star Pylon concept showcases the opportunity to develop electricity towers that are highly efficient in power delivery while occupying a smaller physical footprint.
3. Cost-effective Power Distribution - By rethinking the structure of electricity towers, there is an opportunity to create a more cost-effective power distribution system for homes and industries.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - The aesthetic redesign of electricity towers provides an avenue for architects to creatively reimagine the appearance of infrastructure projects.
2. Renewable Energy - The Star Pylon concept supports the German Energy Transition and highlights the opportunity for innovative power distribution solutions in the renewable energy sector.
3. Engineering - Developing more efficient and compact electricity towers presents engineering professionals with an opportunity to enhance power delivery systems and optimize infrastructure design.
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