What materials can be used in an egg drop challenge without tape or glue?

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Participants in the egg drop challenge are restricted to using specific materials—balloons, toothpicks, string, paperclips, straws, cotton balls, pipe cleaners, rubber bands, paper, cups, newspapers, and plastic sheets—without any tape or glue. The challenge allows only five materials to be selected for constructing the egg protection device. Creative designs are encouraged, with suggestions that include using balloons for cushioning and straws for structural support. The discussion highlights the importance of balancing weight and protection to ensure the egg survives the drop. Overall, the focus is on innovative engineering solutions within the given constraints.
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Our class is making an egg drop design but the rule is we can't use any tape or glue and we can only use these materials
Balloon, toothpick, string, paperclip, straw, cotton ball, pipe cleaner, rubber band, paper, cup, newspaper, and plastic sheet
 
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Elan_se said:
Balloon, toothpick, string, paperclip, straw, cotton ball, pipe cleaner, rubber band, paper, cup, newspaper, and plastic sheet
With all that you can shoot the egg to the Moon and land is safely.
 
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With all that you can shoot the egg to the Moon and land is safely.
we are only allowed to use about 5 of these. Theres a money system.
 

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