Using engineering design process to construct a bridge with given size limitations
Science Domains: Engineering, Technology & Applications of Science, Physical Science
NGSS Standards: MS-ETS1-1, MS-ETS1-2, MS-ETS1-3, MS-ETS1-4, MS-PS2-2
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Using engineering design process to construct a bridge with given size limitations
Science Domains: Engineering, Technology & Applications of Science, Physical Science
NGSS Standards: MS-ETS1-1, MS-ETS1-2, MS-ETS1-3, MS-ETS1-4, MS-PS2-2
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Download The Poster (PDF)Students will identify how geometry affects bridge design and function and apply that knowledge to design and construct a bridge on a Pitsco Structures Testing instrument. They will calculate the strength-to-weight ratio of their final design and explain how tension and compression forces act on a bridge support when a load is applied.
