Creating a Paper Egg Drop: Challenges & Ideas

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SUMMARY

The discussion focuses on constructing a paper egg drop apparatus that meets specific constraints: a maximum size of 14 cm, a weight limit of 35 grams (excluding the egg), and the ability to survive a 4-meter drop onto a hard surface. Participants suggest using cushioning materials like toilet paper or tissue paper, and propose designs including a collapsing box with a concertina layer for added protection. The idea of incorporating a parachute or wings is also explored, although concerns about size limitations are raised.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of basic physics principles related to impact and force distribution
  • Familiarity with materials suitable for lightweight construction, specifically paper products
  • Knowledge of design concepts for shock absorption and stability
  • Experience with prototyping and testing small-scale models
NEXT STEPS
  • Research techniques for creating a concertina structure using tissue paper
  • Explore designs for lightweight parachutes suitable for small objects
  • Investigate methods for calculating the impact force on the egg during a drop
  • Learn about effective cushioning materials and their properties in impact scenarios
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Students participating in science experiments, educators teaching physics concepts, and hobbyists interested in engineering challenges related to impact resistance.

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yes, the famous egg drop experiment. i really need help with ideas on what to construct...i was thinking that i would put a small box cushioned inside with toilet paper or tissue paper and lined with folded(like an accordion) paper / inside a bigger...the problem is:
• The over all dimensions can be no larger than 14 cm
• The over all weight (without the egg) can not exceed 35 grams.
• The egg must survive a 4 Meter fall onto a hard surface.
• The apparatus must be made of paper or paper products
with the small amount of weight it can be, I am not sure it would work...i was also thinking that maybe i should make a parachute to attach to it...or put "wings"

any thoughts?
 
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or maybe attach a parachute?
ideas??
 
but then that...wouldn't work either since it can only be 14 cm...
 
You should make something like this:
 

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I'm not sure if I'm supposed to do click on anything on that last post...it says attachments pending approval? anyways...i went around asking other people about this today and a friend suggested that i should make a collapsing box? has anyone ever tried making one? I'm not really sure what it is...
 
A box with a concertina layer of tissue paper on which the egg rests
 
do you (or anyone) have a diagram for this? could you describe how to make one?
 
is it something like this?
 

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