Dragon Sculpture for a Major US Theme Park Attraction
Materials: FRP (Fiber-Reinforced Plastic), Internal Steel Frame, Marine-Grade Gel Coat
Dimensions: 8m L x 3.5m H x 2.5m W
Project Overview
A massive custom dragon sculpture for a themed attraction at a major US theme park attraction. This centerpiece installation required precise engineering to meet theme park safety and durability standards.
The Challenge
The sculpture needed to withstand Category 16 typhoon-force winds while maintaining an intricate, lifelike appearance. The client required a lightweight but extremely durable structure that could be installed on a moving platform as part of an interactive ride experience.
Our Solution
Our engineering team designed a hybrid structure combining an internal steel skeleton with a lightweight FRP (Fiber-Reinforced Plastic) shell. The steel frame was custom-fabricated with wind-load calculations exceeding local building codes. The FRP shell was hand-layered with marine-grade gel coat for maximum weather resistance.
The Results
The dragon sculpture was delivered on schedule and has been operating daily for over 3 years without any structural issues. The client reported zero maintenance requirements and praised the realistic finish that photographs and films beautifully under all lighting conditions.
Materials Used
FRP (Fiber-Reinforced Plastic), Internal Steel Frame, Marine-Grade Gel Coat
Dimensions
8m L x 3.5m H x 2.5m W
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