Balsa Wood Bridge Project STEM

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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Homeschool

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Science, Physics, Engineering

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Projects, Activities, Laboratory

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NGSSHS-ETS1-3

NGSSHS-PS2-2

NGSSHS-PS2-1

NGSSHS-ETS1-1

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I used this as an honors physics forces unit project. The students absolutely LOVED it! They had so much fun putting together the bridges. Highly recommend.

— Lynn K.

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Great project infusing physics with engineering. Students will research and use the skills necessary as an engineer while using their knowledge of physics. Many times, students look forward to this project all marking period. Everything is fully editable.

Students Will:
- Write A Research Paper On Their Bridge
- Make A Blue Print of Their Bridge
- Test Out The Efficiency Of Their Bridge (Efficiency = mass carried/mass of bridge)

Instructions:
- Simple Video Instructions Are Given For How To Break The Bridges (Everything can be bought at Home Depot)
- 7-Day Pacing Guide is given breaking down the project day by day
- Instructional Videos of Project: Here is one Video

Materials Need To Build Bridge:
- Balsa Wood or Basswood
- Wax Paper
- Glue
- Pins

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NGSSHS-ETS1-3

Evaluate a solution to a complex real-world problem based on prioritized criteria and trade-offs that account for a range of constraints, including cost, safety, reliability, and aesthetics, as well as possible social, cultural, and environmental impacts.

NGSSHS-PS2-2

Use mathematical representations to support the claim that the total momentum of a system of objects is conserved when there is no net force on the system. Emphasis is on the quantitative conservation of momentum in interactions and the qualitative meaning of this principle. Assessment is limited to systems of two macroscopic bodies moving in one dimension.

NGSSHS-PS2-1

Analyze data to support the claim that Newton’s second law of motion describes the mathematical relationship among the net force on a macroscopic object, its mass, and its acceleration. Assessment is limited to one-dimensional motion and to macroscopic objects moving at non-relativistic speeds. Examples of data could include tables or graphs of position or velocity as a function of time for objects subject to a net unbalanced force, such as a falling object, an object sliding down a ramp, or a moving object being pulled by a constant force.

NGSSHS-ETS1-1

Analyze a major global challenge to specify qualitative and quantitative criteria and constraints for solutions that account for societal needs and wants.

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