Bridges and Designing for Strength

What is often forgotten when designing models for home use?

• Where to put it

• The strength and durability for it

• The color scheme

• Whether it should be duck shaped

Why are there different needs for every design project?

• It's fun to make challenging goals

• Because every design project is unique

• It's fun that way

• The project will feel sad

What is the main idea of the example given in the image?

• The strength needed for a coat hanger and a zipline is the same.

• The strength criteria for a coat hanger and a zipline are vastly different.

• A coat hanger can be used as a zipline.

• Ziplines are not safe.

What is an important step in the brainstorming portion of the design process?

• Considering the scale and strength requirements

• Ignoring material costs

• Focusing only on aesthetics

• Skipping the brainstorming phase

What factors should be considered during the design process?

• Materials, Design, Durability/Time

• Color, Shape, Texture

• Cost, Popularity, Brand

• Speed, Efficiency, Size

What are bridges examples of?

• Structures that are temporary and weak

• Structures that are strong and long-lasting

• Structures that are decorative and fragile

• Structures that are modern and innovative

Since when have the arts of bridge building and structural design been around?

• The 20th century

• The Industrial Revolution

• The dawn of civilization

• The Renaissance

What is the main issue depicted in the image of the bridge in Nebraska?

• The bridge is under construction.

• The bridge could not hold up

• The bridge is being painted.

• The bridge is being cleaned.

What is the likely cause of the bridge collapse shown in the image?

• Earthquake

• Flooding or Storm

• Poor construction

• Heavy traffic

Which of the following is NOT one of the five types of loads that bridges must withstand?

• Compression

• Tension

• Shear

• Friction