Wednesday, January 22, 2014

Truss Test

For a project, we're going to design, and test, a truss.
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This is the testing system we will use:
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I will supply each person with 5 pieces of 1/4" by 1/4" by 36" balsa wood.  You can either bring in your own glue, or use the gorilla glue in the closet.  I will give you your balsa wood after approving your CAD truss design.

Keep it lightweight (less than 20g). 
Justify your design with a few statics calculations.

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