They again beat records: the Chinese have built the world's first Ferris wheel without axis

  • Dec 24, 2019
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Axle-free Ferris wheel in the city of Weifang.
Axle-free Ferris wheel in the city of Weifang.

Unique Ferris wheel, is actively gaining popularity, already dubbed by this engineering marvel. 145-meter design as a ring rises above the river Baylang in Weifang.

The unique axle-free Ferris wheel in China.
The unique axle-free Ferris wheel in China.

The Ferris wheel, which appeared in the east of China, has no conventional spokes and internal supports. Booths are set in motion due to the built-in chassis. The strength of the entire structure provide metal structures, which are interwoven in a so-called "dragon backbone". The construction of this attraction took 4.6 tons of steel.

Ferris height of 145 m. In diameter and 125 m.
Ferris height of 145 m. In diameter and 125 m.
Attraction, not having a traditional supports.
Attraction, not having a traditional supports.

Ferris called also the largest, ie. K. A diameter of 125 meters. A total of 36 booths wheel, designed for 10 passengers each. One revolution takes 28 minutes. The cabins have free wi-fi, so residents and visitors can immediately share their impressions on social networks. Ferris wheel has become the most popular attraction in the city.

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Cabin in the Ferris wheel.
Cabin in the Ferris wheel.
Axle-free Ferris wheel in the city of Weifang.
Axle-free Ferris wheel in the city of Weifang.

London Eye is also considered one of the largest Ferris wheels in the world. To make the stay more comfortable, in one of the capsules recently made a real greenhouse.

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