Can Physics Optimize the Storage of L Beams in a Confined Space?

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The discussion centers around optimizing the storage of L beams in a confined space measuring 21.06 cm x 7.02 cm x 7.02 cm. Participants suggest that this problem resembles a mathematical packaging challenge similar to Tetris rather than a purely physics-based issue. The idea of using a physics simulation to find the optimal arrangement is questioned, with suggestions leaning towards mathematical solutions instead. The conversation also touches on practical considerations, such as the dimensions of LEGO Technic pieces and the marketing implications of packaging sizes. Ultimately, the focus remains on finding the most efficient theoretical arrangement for the beams.
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Hi

What is the most efficient way to theoretically store an L beam in a given area, the more beams in that area the better, obvioustly this can't be done in real life but with a physics engine could maybe be calculated?

Note: Each beam can be at any rotation or any axis.

The area is 21.06 cm x 7.02 cm x 7.02 cm and the dimentions of a single beam is shown below.

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Im not sure if this is a physics question, but am thinking it can be solved using physics?

Regards, Snipe
 
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Sounds to me like a math problem a la tetris.
 
SNIPE said:
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I agree with phinds that this more of a math-packaging problem. A physics simulation that "shakes a box" containing these pieces doesn't seem like the most efficient way.

PS: Is this a LEGO-Technic piece? If you are in charge of optimizing the LEGO boxes, keep in mind that they are big for marketing reasons.
 
Ok Ill ask on a maths forum

Thanks!

PS yeah its technic, I have hundres of them and getting tray storage is hard for what I need
 
SNIPE said:
What is the most efficient way to theoretically store an L beam in a given area

Area? Or volume?
 

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