Load
define load. PROPERLY!
the weight that a structure must support
what is force distribution?
how weight is spread out.
what are trusses?
repeating triangles
what is corrugation
waves, zig-zag shape
where do bridges usually break?
middle
give an example of load.
answers may vary
even distribution means the structure is ______
strong
why are triangles used
they dont change shape very easily
force is distributed across the three edges
why is corrugation good
it resists bending
what is the name of the instructor who is NOT here today?
TISHA 😢
which direction do load push?
DOWN
uneven force distribution creates ____ ____ in the structure
weak points
what does shear mean
tilt
name one place corrugation is used
cardboard
but answers may vary
what is HER name?
NEHA 💗
which concept is load directly related to?
hint: we talked about it right after we talked about load
force distribution
what is the main goal engineers have when designing a new building?
to ensure even force distribution
where are trusses used
bridges and roofs
in any structure, where is the best place to put multiply layers?
hint: what is the importance of layers, and what is something engineers always have to keep in mind when using layers?
under what organization are the instructors from? or what workshop series is this?
STEM4Change!
name an example of load... but not for buildings. load... for HUMANS.
hint: what is the definition of load?
answers may vary
wearing a backpack.
____ load: when there is only one point where weight is being exerted on the structure
point load
trusses are _______, but also ________.
lightweight, but also strong
what are beams useful for?
resisting bending
what 2 major colors were in today's slides?
green and light pink