STEM Project - Double Hydraulic Bridge

Rules

  • 1 student builds 1 hydraulic bridge.
  • The dimensions: length - 60 cm, Width - 10 cm.
  • Both sides of the bridge must open simultaneously (same time, same speed) with one hand.
  • A small car must be able to drive on the bridge.

You may use:

    • 200 Popsicle sticks 
    • Cardboard (for the "road")
    • 3-4 Syringes
    • Tubes (use in fish tanks)
    • Glue
    • Colors

Tip

  • Search the Internet for ideas.
  • Go for efficiency: cheap materials and useful design.
  • Test your project before we try it at school.
  • Apply the Engineering Design Process.

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Grade
(max 20 marks)

  • Design and Appearance - 10 points
  • Working project - 10 points   
  • Creativity - Extra Points 

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