2021 Fluor Engineering Challenge Overview

Dr. Ben Finio introduces the 2021 Fluor Engineering Challenge, where participants build a paper tower that supports a can of food for 60 seconds. The video covers building techniques, planning, testing, and rules for the challenge. Participants can work individually or in teams, and the final score is based on tower height and paper usage. The video encourages creativity and persistence in design.

What is the main objective of the 2021 Fluor Engineering Challenge?

• To create a paper airplane that flies the farthest

• To design a paper boat that can hold the most weight

• To construct a tower as tall as possible using paper and tape

• To build a bridge using paper and tape

Which famous tower is NOT mentioned as an inspiration for the challenge?

• CN Tower

• Leaning Tower of Pisa

• Eiffel Tower

• Space Needle

What unique requirement must the tower meet in the challenge?

• It must be painted in bright colors

• It must be made entirely of recycled materials

• It must support a can of food for 60 seconds

• It must be built underwater

What is a truss, as explained in the video?

• A type of paper used in the challenge

• A type of tape used in construction

• A method of folding paper into a tube

• A structure made of triangles for added strength

What should you do if your tower fails during testing?

• Ask an adult to fix it for you

• Give up and start a new project

• Blame the materials and try again without changes

• Analyze the failure and improve the design

What is the maximum number of paper sheets allowed in the challenge?

• 30 sheets

• 20 sheets

• 25 sheets

• 35 sheets

Which type of tape is NOT allowed in the challenge?

• Painters tape

• Duct tape

• Masking tape

• Clear office tape

How is the final score calculated in the challenge?

• By the weight of the can supported

• By the height of the tower minus twice the number of paper sheets used

• By the height of the tower alone

• By the number of paper sheets used alone

How many students can work together on a team for the challenge?

• Up to four students

• Up to three students

• Up to two students

• Up to five students

What role can adults play in the challenge?

• Helping with small tasks like holding or cutting tape

• Building the tower

• Submitting the final score

• Designing the tower