How to Build a Popsicle Stick Tower to Withstand 100 lbs?

[Oscar Wilde]

Homework Statement

I was just wondering if anyone would like to give me an opinion on how best to build a popsicle stick "tower" that must be able to withstand 100 lbs, or preferably higher.

Perameters are as follows: I have been given 100 grams worth of sticks. The structure must be 15 cm wide, and 15 cm tall. My instructor will insert a 2 inch diameter pipe through the middle (must be 'hollow').

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The Attempt at a Solution

Im thinking of a square base with a four-cornered 'skeleton' extending upwards. On the sides of the tower I will form "triangles" with the sticks to help hold the weight.

Any opinions and all thoughts are appreciated.

 

[Delphi51]

Sounds good! Workmanship is important - you need strong glue joints. If you have extra sticks, use them to double the strength of the joints.