Building our Bridges
December 5, 2017 at 6:15 am
To prepare for building our bridges we got in to groups and started by drawing out our design for our bridges. We had to determine which style bridges we are going to build (Arch, Truss, Beam/Pillar, Suspension, Cable Stay) by collaborating and cooperating with our groups. This week we got to start building our bridges! As we started with our materials (popsicle sticks and glue) we realized how different building a 3D object is then drawing a 2D picture. Some groups decided to revisit their plans/designs so they are constructing something they know they can accomplish! We will continue building our bridges in the Maker's Space and when we are done we will get to test them out! The rules we had to follow are:
1. The bridge needs to hold ~3 lbs (pounds).
2. The bridge needs to withstand high winds and Earthquakes (since that is the Natural Disaster we determined occurs in California).
3. The bridge needs to be between 12 to 18 inches long, and the width needs to be a popsicle stick.
We can't wait to see what we come up with!
Keep Exploring,
Ms. Gillis
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