| Problem 4: Shock Waves The problem is to design and build a structure out of balsa wood and glue that will balance and support as much weight as possible while absorbing shockwaves. The team will test its structure by placing weights onto it. During specific intervals the team will place one or two spacers on the top weight and will then place a weight on them. The team will remove the spacers so the top weight falls onto the stack causing a shockwave. The team will add weight until its structure breaks or time ends. The team will also create and use an original method to place its structure onto the tester and will incorporate the testing of the structure into a performance. Cost limit: $140 USD. |
ODYSSEY OF THE MIND
CANANDAIGUA ELE. SCH.
TEAM B 13423
CANANDAIGUA ELE. SCH.
TEAM B 13423
| above: Local Exhibition - February 7, 2009 |
| Canandaigua Ele. Sch. Team B - 13423 placed 2nd at the Regional Tournament on February 28, 2009 |
| Our team structure held 100 pounds at regionals! |