On the second day of physics class we were given a challenge to create the highest structure among 7-8 groups, and through this activity we became more knowledgeable on some of the physics required to create tall and stable buildings.
We were given 20 minutes to create, design and build the tallest structure possible without it falling over. wihtin our group the most challenging part would be the designing. Our structure i think did pretty good, it wasn't the highest but not the shortest or the most unstable.
physicThin structures are usually lighter.
Support legs to balance the structure.
More weight/mass on the base.
As you go higher there's usually a gradual decrease in size.
Symmetrical structures are more stable.
Stable?
Some things that determine how stable a building can be would be its mass and weight. Most of the weight should be on the bottom of the structure. Or to make the top as light as possible. Have support at the bottom of the structure helps and have something holding the supports is a important factor as well. The build has to be symmetrical to have a good center of gravity.
Center of Gravity
The center of gravity is when an object is divided in half and both side has the some mass. For example skyscraper need to have good center of gravity to be stable. o if you were to divide a skyscraper in half both side has to be symmetrical to another.
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