Friday 13 September 2013

A 1,476-foot tower equipped with its very own cloaking device

1,476-foot tower

                         A 1,476-foot tower equipped with its very own cloaking device

The South Korean government has granted approval to begin construction on what will be the world's first "invisible" tower. Called the Infinity Tower, Do not confuse it with Mathematical term "Infinity" This Tower actually will be equipped with an LED facade system and optical cameras to give it a reflective skin — and a striking translucent appearance.

 Curiosity Derives Humanity, There are so many imaginative visions of what future cities, skyscrapers, and towers will look like — but who would have imagined invisible structures? Designed by GDS Architects, the Infinity Tower will be just that. 

The LED system will utilize a series of cameras that will transmit realtime images to the building's reflective surface. When fully activated, the tower should blend in with the skyline. 

A 1,476-foot tower equipped with its very own cloaking device

Above: The system at 0%, 30% and 100% activation.
A 1,476-foot tower equipped with its very own cloaking device
What's those floating, glowing triangles supposed to be?
1,476-foot tower
A 1,476-foot tower equipped with its very own cloaking device Infinity Tower will primarily be used for leisure activities, and include a series of observation decks, a 4D movie theatre, roller coaster, water park, and numerous food and beverage outlets.
A 1,476-foot tower equipped with its very own cloaking device

This tower will definitely put many record on the list.The glass-encased tower will feature the third highest observation deck in the world.
A 1,476-foot tower equipped with its very own cloaking device

A 1,476-foot tower equipped with its very own cloaking device

No completion date has been announced for this Huge Project Yet, but the project is being backed by Korea Land & Housing Corporation — a state-owned land and public housing developer.
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