Spaghetti bridge challenge

A spaghetti bridge competition is an engineering challenge where participants,
design and build bridges using uncooked spaghetti and adhesives like glue or epoxy.

The goal is to construct a bridge that spans a specific distance, meets size and weight
constraints, and supports the maximum load before breaking.

These contests, held globally by schools, universities, and engineering organizations, foster creativity,
problem-solving, and understanding of structural engineering principles like truss design
and force distribution.

Tips for Success:
– Use triangles in truss designs for stability.
– Minimize glue to reduce weight but ensure strong joints.
– Test prototypes with similar loading methods to competition rules.
– Draw blueprints to scale and avoid redundant members that add weight without strength.
– Handle bridges carefully during transport to avoid weakening.

Spaghetti bridge competitions in Wikipedia.