Space Structure Project Jessica Linus Engineering Foundations of Technology II March 25,2013 Mrs. Fitzpatrick
Feb 16, 2016
Space Structure Project
Jessica LinusEngineering Foundations of Technology II
March 25,2013Mrs. Fitzpatrick
Students will design a tower structure made out of limited materials in order to construct the tower with the following specifications
Define the Problem
Initially I had no idea where to start in terms of construction but I was able to map out key directives. There had to be two pieces that were collapsible and could allow a ping pong ball to pass through without restriction.
Brainstorm
ReasearchBeing that this project was more hands on an trial and error, it didn’t require much research.
Structure must be:
270mm tall Fit in a cargo area with a depth of 180mm x 100mm x 80 mm Base must be 80mm wide Base must be at least 30mm wider than top of structure Must be able to drop a regulation ping pong ball through the top
opening of the structure and fall through unobstructed. Can only use balsa wood and colored wood glue.
Identifying Criteria/Constraints
Explore PossibilitiesIt is evident that there are to be more than one pieces, I had
to choose between two or three and the measurements of the balsa wood.
I decided to make two pieces. One with a 80mm x 80mm base, and a 65mm x 65mm top. Another with a 65mm x 65mm base and a 50mm x 50mm top.
Selecting and Approach
Making a model
TestingMet specifications. Total height is 270mm and the base is 30mm wider than the top. The pieces can fit into one another and a ping pong ball can fall through the opening unobstructed.
My initial design was effective, therefore I didn’t need to refine anything.
Refining
Creating
My design was very effective and easy and met all specifications. I hope you have all enjoyed my presentation.
Results