Need help on designs of Fettucini Bridge, by Thursday

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The discussion focuses on designing a Fettucini Bridge project that must support over 3 kilograms using 20 pieces of Fettucini and 1 meter of masking tape. Key advice emphasizes the importance of testing multiple designs to identify and strengthen weak sections. Participants recommend researching basic bridge design principles from specific websites to enhance structural integrity. The urgency of the project deadline is highlighted, with a request for rapid feedback.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of basic engineering principles related to bridge design
  • Familiarity with materials science, specifically the properties of pasta as a building material
  • Knowledge of weight distribution and structural integrity
  • Experience with iterative design and testing processes
NEXT STEPS
  • Research basic bridge design principles on educational websites like 42explore.com and abcdpittsburgh.org
  • Experiment with various bridge designs and conduct weight tests to evaluate performance
  • Study the effects of different materials on structural strength and stability
  • Explore engineering software tools for simulating bridge designs and stress testing
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This discussion is beneficial for students, educators, and hobbyists involved in engineering projects, particularly those focused on structural design and material testing in a competitive or educational setting.

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Hi!
I'm currently doing a Fettucini Bridge project...

The material allowed:
20 Fettucini
1 meter of masking tape

Purpose:
to hold more then 3 kilograms

Please Help me~~~~
I need the replies by Thursdays.
Thanks to anyone who takes time to read this message.

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I had a similar project a few weeks ago. I didn't do too well on it... :frown:

The only advice anyone can give you is test, test and test! Make lots of bridge designs, testing them with weight, and then fix the sections that are the weakest. The more you do this, the better your bridge. Don't just do one design, you'll want to try many.

That being said, you can still have a look around for some basic bridge designs. Read through these sites:

http://www.42explore.com/bridge.htm
http://abcdpittsburgh.org/kids/kids.htm

They give some basic principles for strong bridges, which you can apply to your bridge.

Good luck!

Andy
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Thank you very much fore replying...
However, I don't have time now, since its due tomorrow.
 

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