Berliner L-Bahn
Implementing Air Mobility Architecture in the Urban Environment
T.W.E. Brandt (TU Delft - Architecture and the Built Environment)
O. Caso – Mentor (TU Delft - Building Knowledge)
M.R. Grech – Mentor (TU Delft - Teachers of Practice / A)
J.A. van de Voort – Mentor (TU Delft - Architectural Technology)
Y.J. Cuperus – Graduation committee member (External organisation)
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Abstract
The architecture of transportation is recognized by the contemporary lifestyle of society. For the built environment and the future of aerospace infrastructure architecture this legacy needs to be properly examined, respected and continued. This new form of urban infrastructure will introduce a mixed-use building where passengers can check in and travel between distinct urban drone stations. The network in which these vertiports will exist is expected to grow considerably in the coming century to accommodate a decline in car use. The expected increase in demand requires the design to include a modular approach, allowing terminals to easily expand or downsize as needed in the future. Additionally, the design will feature a warehouse dedicated to postal services, where packages and post can be sent through the city via drones. The location of this drone hub is strategically located next to the Hauptbahnhof-station on the unused plot of land adjacent to the tunnel trench where the tracks go underground. This area around and over the train tracks is ideal for apron platforms. Due to the extensive tracks, the project’s site offers a significant potential for future expansion. Developing a cornerstone of tomorrow’s urban landscape.