Project Background
A prestigious urban development in Moldova required high-end, sculptural light poles based on the ROSA design concept. The client provided only a basic floor plan, leaving the structural and aesthetic engineering to our team. The challenge? Transforming a 2D sketch into a functional, elegant 3D lamp arm with flawless welds and precision balance.
Key Challenges & Engineering Breakthroughs
- From 2D Concept to 3D Reality
– Challenge: The client’s floor plan lacked technical details—our team had to reimagine the arm’s structure while ensuring stability and visual appeal.
– Solution:
– Developed a 3D lamp arm using aluminum alloy plates + tubular reinforcement.
– Balanced aesthetic curves with load-bearing integrity through CAD simulations.
- Precision Welding – Where Art Meets Engineering
– Challenge:
– Excessive welding would warp thin aluminum plates.
– Poor welds would cause arm misalignment (visible “crooked” effect).
– Solution:
– Master welders used pulsed TIG welding for minimal heat distortion.
– Implemented intermittent welding + strategic reinforcement points to reduce stress.
– Hand-polished every weld seam for a seamless, brushed-metal finish.
- Structural Integrity Under Scrutiny
– Compared to standard straight-arm poles, this 3D design had:
– 5x more weld points (increased risk of weakness).
– Asymmetric weight distribution (requiring internal bracing).
– Verification:
– Conducted FEA (Finite Element Analysis) to test wind/snow loads.
– Prototype passed 50kg static load tests with zero deformation.
Result:
A Sculptural Lighting Masterpiece
Delivered a first-of-its-kind 3D lamp arm—exceeding ROSA’s design vision.
Zero visible weld defects—achieved a museum-quality finish.
Client’s reaction: “We didn’t expect such perfect execution from just a sketch.”
Why This Showcases Your Expertise
Bridging design intent with engineering rigor – ideal for conceptual projects.
Master-level aluminum fabrication – invisible welds, zero warping.
Proven innovation in architectural lighting structures.
