Ferris wheel named as AIN Dubai
Ain, which means ‘eye’ in Arabic, was aptly given to the project as it intends to provide visitors with a bird’s eye view of Dubai’s splendid skyline.
Photographs of the project’s construction has revealed just how much construction work is taking place on Bluewaters Island, located off the coast near Jumeirah Beach Residence.
Two of the world's largest cranes – each comprising a 180 metre-long boom and boasting a lifting capacity of over 3,000 tonnes each – have soared over the construction site, setting the hub and spindle in place on top of the 126 metre-high legs.
The spindle, with a diameter of 6.25 metres, was made of steel, similar to that used for nuclear plants, and was rolled and welded to serve its vital future purpose.
Three special machines imported from Singapore undertook the fine-tuning work to produce circularity to meet incredible fine tolerances.
Delivered with fully-fitted internal and external platforms, cooling pipework, cable trays and access ladders, the hub will later be connected to the rim via 192 spoke cables, with the structure then resembling a gigantic bicycle wheel.
“Ferris wheels and observation wheels offer the gentle thrill of being conveyed up in the air and have fascinated people for several hundred years,” said Delawar.
“Our iconic attraction heralds a new era in the world of entertainment and will introduce the unforgettable option of viewing Dubai from the skies."
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