 Attention aspiring engineers! The state of
Michigan needs your help. The Mackinaw
Bridge is beginning to deteriorate and a new bridge must be built. Governor Granholm wants the most qualified team of builders to oversee the design and construction of the new bridge.
Governor Granholm has issued a challenge to find the best bridge designers this country has to offer.

 You and a partner must make a bridge out of popsicle sticks and glue.
 The bridge must be able to span a 16 inch gap.
 The bridge must be able to hold the most amount of weight possible.

 1. The bridge can only be made out of 120 popsicle sticks and white glue.
 2. The bridge can be no longer than 20 inches.
 3. The bridge must use trusses to give support and rigidity.
 4. The bridge must have two sides, a top and a bottom.
 5. The bridge must be at least 4 inches tall and at least 4 inches wide.
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6. Popsicle sticks can overlap up to 2 ¼ inches.

 The bridges will be graded using a rubric.

 Bridges will be tested until failure.
 Each bridge will be loaded at the center using a chain and weight system or bridge tester depending on the semester
 The bridge must be able to accommodate the testing apparatus.

 1. Most weight held
 2. Most efficient bridge
 3. Most aesthetically appealing bridge

 Time is of the essence!
 Your group must fill out a daily log (every day) to keep on track.
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Everyday I will post on the screen “ What you want to accomplish”

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The web site links to a file titled “Bridge
Packet”
 This is your starting point!
 Do not jump in and start designing your bridge without completing the packet first!