Tower
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Tower

Procedure

  • Brainstorm
  • Design
  • Build
  • Test
  • Present

Project

You must work as a team to design, build and test a structure made out of 10 sheets of paper and 2 feet of tape; that has the largest height to base dimension ratio.

Purpose

  • Stability
  • Engineering design, construction & analysis
  • Teamwork

Notes

  • You can cut, fold, or tear your materials
  • Structure must be free standing

Designed by: Dr. Ronald Bell, MOVES/Master Builder

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