Log in

View Full Version : Egg Drop Challenge


london58
Sep 27, 2009, 05:52 PM
Using 40 plastic drinking straws, tape and rubber bands ONLY, I need to create a device that can protect an uncooked egg from breaking while being dropped from the top of the bleachers at school.

NO PARACHUTES CAN BE USE NOR ANY CUSHION MATERIAL (styrofoam, cotton, etc.)

The point is to find a geometric shape that will support the egg.

Hint: Tubes and triangles are best... can you help me!:confused:

thunderboymmt
Oct 8, 2009, 08:29 PM
Use the straws to make a met structure (dont use tape to join them, use the rubber bands) and then shape the outer make make it like bowl.
Your done.
Secret is pressure exerted by the egg will be absorbed by the straws if they are joined by bands.

thunderboymmt
Oct 8, 2009, 08:32 PM
*met=mat