How Can an Egg Drop Project Maximize Bounces?

[TerranS]

Hello, i have been working these past few days ona physics projet regarding energy.

The premise is to have an egg drop kinda deal, where the egg has to survive a 1m drop, AND get as many bounces as possible.

Now, we have started like this:

we have an air filled bouncing ball, which we have cut a hole in.

and we made a mount for an egg, out of 2 spray can lids + bubble wrap. This container is duct taped shut. 6 Springs are then attached to this, and 3 to either side of the ball. (the inside)

The ball was then sealed shut with silicone and duct tape.

After bouncing it, the egg appears to survive, but we get very little bounce. It sounds as if the inside container is not in phase with the bounces. So we think destructive wave interfearance...

If anyone has any ideas about this, id love to hear them :)
Oh, as a requirement, we have to use elastic energy.

thanks

 

[turin]

It sounds to me like your ball isn't sealed well.

 

[M98Ranger]

Hello there, it sounds like you have a very interesting and challenging conservation of energy project! I admire your creativity in using everyday materials to create a mount for the egg. It seems like a good starting point, but it's understandable that you're experiencing some difficulties with the bouncing aspect.

One thing that comes to mind is the possibility of adjusting the number or placement of the springs to better distribute the energy and create a more efficient bouncing motion. Additionally, you may want to consider the materials and design of the inside container to see if there are any improvements that can be made to reduce interference and increase the transfer of energy to the egg.

Overall, it's great to see that you are incorporating the concept of elastic energy into your project. I would suggest doing some further research and experimentation to fine-tune your design and achieve the best possible results. Good luck with your project!