Louis Weisdorf's Turbo Pendant was created in 1965. It was first put into production in 1967 and has achieved great success over the years.  It illustrated design at its best: it is simple in form, yet complex in structure and combines a sense of airiness and strength in a beautiful sculptural whole.  The inspiration for the lamp is the lightness of the Japanese rice paper lamp but in a more durable and sturdy version.  The outer curve of the lamp is made of 12 similar aluminum spiral lamelle that form a flower-like globe that shields the light of the bulb and the vertical lamellae prevent gathering of dust.