Popsicle Bridge / Seismograph

In this assignment, we had to build a bridge out of popsicle sticks. The requirements for the assignment were:

1. The bridge can only be made out of 120 popsicle sticks and white glue
2. The bridge can't be any longer than 20 inches
3. The bridge must use trusses to give support and rigidity
4. The bridge must have a top and a bottom
5. The bridge must be at least 4 inches tall and 4 inches wide
6. Popsicle sticks can overlap up to 2.25 inches

Popsicle bridge in progress

The bridge was kind of a long process, as you could only do so much in a day until it dried. However, we eventually finished the bridge. I think it could have turned out a little better, but it was good enough.

Completed bridge

Technological Concepts
Some technological concepts during this assignment were putting things together and making something strong out of things that are weak.

Technological Resources
Some technological resources we used were pretty basic materials. They were popsicle sticks, glue, and paper.

Redesign Paragraph
If I had to redesign this project, I would add trusses to the bottom of the bridge as well. I think doing that would maybe help the bridge hold more weight.

Biggest Challenge
The biggest challenge was honestly probably just waiting overnight for the glue to dry. I feel if it didn't take so long the building and gluing could've been done in a day.
What I Learned
What I learned from this assignment was that it takes a long time for things to stick together using regular white glue. I also learned that just because something is small, if you build it right it can hold a lot of weight.