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Thames & Kosmos: Structural Engineering - Bridges and Skyscrapers Kit

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$69.99

Ages: 8 and Up

Thames & Kosmos: Structural Engineering - Bridges and Skyscrapers Kit

Product Details

SKU: 625414

UPC Code: 814743012585

Shipping Weight: 2.890 lbs

What's in the Box?

323 piece for 20 model-building experiments, and 1 manual.

Description:

With the this kit of modular building pieces, you can learn the basics of structural engineering by conducting a series of 20 model-building experiments. Each model demonstrates a basic principle of mechanical physics or structural engineering in a hands-on way. Start out with small models that demonstrate how structural elements can be attached together to maximize the strength of a structure for a fixed amount of material used. Learn about basic structural elements including columns, beams, trusses, plates, arches, shells, and catenary. Explore the forces acting on structural components including tension, compression, shear, and bending. Move onto building more complex models of trusses, roofs, and small buildings. Experiment with different types of bridge construction: a truss bridge, arch bridge, cantilever bridge, rope bridge, and suspension bridge. Finally, build models of towering skyscrapers. What is the tallest tower you can build using only the pieces included in the kit? Learn about the strength and stiffness of materials. See how structural engineers optimize factors to maximize safety, and minimize cost and the risk of structural failure. A 36-page, full-color manual guides you through model building with step-by-step illustrated instructions.