Documented artwork / kinetic sculpture

Soda Bottle Wave

Reuben Margolin

Recycled soda bottles form a moving column driven by a single motor. The artist arranged three wavelengths around the ring so opposite sides move out of phase.

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At a glance

Year / version
2009
Materials
recycled two-liter soda bottles, string, wood, steel, electric motor
Documented setting
unknown
Dimensions
12 × 12 × 25 feet tall
Dimensions apply to
Artist’s stated dimensions for the 2009 Soda Bottle Wave; structural attachment and shipping dimensions are not supplied.
Availability
Unconfirmed

Places & versions

Installation history

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  1. 2009

    Maker Faire, San Mateo, California

    Event
    Maker Faire
    Start year
    2009

    Installation details checked 2026-10-17.

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