Structural Engineering Bridges and Skyscrapers
The Structural Engineering kit offers an interactive learning experience where users explore the principles of structural engineering through 20 model-building experiments.
The Structural Engineering Kit provides a hands-on introduction to structural engineering. Through 20 model-building experiments, you'll explore the principles of strength and stability. Beginning with small models, you'll learn how to maximize structural strength using minimal materials. Discover the basics of columns, beams, trusses, plates, arches, shells, and catenaries. Study the forces at play, including tension, compression, shear, and bending. Progress to more complex projects like trusses, roofs, and small buildings. Experiment with various bridge types: truss, arch, cantilever, rope, and suspension bridges. Finally, construct models of towering skyscrapers to test your skills. The kit includes a 36-page, full-color manual with step-by-step instructions. Gain insights into material strength, safety optimization, and the cost-risk balance in structural engineering.