How can computers help design bridges?
The object of this competition is to design, construct and test the most structurally efficient model truss bridge using the following specifications. GUIDELINES Designed for grades 6-12 Middle school teams, (Grades 6-8) will not compete against high school teams (Grades 9-12). Construction Restrictions • The materials used in the construction of the bridge shall consist only of commercially available balsa wood and glue. • Any type of bonding material (glue) may be used. • A bridge cannot be coated with any material (i.e. paint, stain, or glue) • The bridge shall contain no member wider than 1/4″ nor deeper than 1/4″. This member size requirement does not apply at the intersection of members. Gussets, dowels and mitered joint connections are allowed, but only at the joint areas. They can be no thicker than 1/4″ and no larger than 1 square inch in area. Individual members shall be constructed of a single piece of balsa wood. Laminated members are not allowed. • The bridge must have a m
