The discussion revolves around building a boomilever for a physics class project. The requirements specify dimensions of at least 40 cm in length and a maximum height of 15 cm, with the structure needing to support a weight of 12 kg of sand.
Some participants have provided links to resources and discussed potential design strategies, such as using triangulation and considering the structural integrity under compression. There is an ongoing exploration of different approaches without a clear consensus on the best method.
Participants mention the materials being used, such as balsa and bass wood, and the importance of efficiency in design for grading purposes. There are also humorous remarks about the dimensions of a website, indicating a light-hearted tone amidst the technical discussion.
lt337 said:I have to build a boomilever for my physics I class. I am not, nor have I ever been an expert architect. I have no clue as to how these are supposed to work and I need a good website to get tips for building. It has to be at least 40 cm long and only 15 cm high. We can use one bolt to connect it to the board. It needs to hold 12 kg of sand.
lt337 said:I need a good website to get tips for building. It has to be at least 40 cm long and only 15 cm high.
lt337 said:I have tried 4 different designs, none of which have worked. The most I have gotten it to hold is 18 lbs. Is there any way to make the compression part stronger without adding too much weight? The one with the highest efficiency gets the best grade, so I wouldn't want it to be too heavy. We have been using balsa and bass. Any ideas to help support?