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Earthquake Towers Refill Pack

SKU: W52535
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$265.00 (USD)
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Description

The Earthquake Towers Refill Pack has the materials necessary for an entire class (30 students in teams of two) to build an earthquake tower using the classic steel load plate system. The pack includes a full supply of building materials to restock your Earthquake Towers – Getting Started Package.

No curriculum or equipment included.

Details

Type: Multi-Student Project Packs Grades: 6-12

Safety

What You'll Get

  • 15 foundation blocks
  • 15 tower block bases
  • 75 floor plates
  • Balsa wood strips
  • Earthquake Engineering: EQs Project Book
  • 15 student guides
  • 15 grid sheets

Resources

Learning Values

Science
  • Earth structure
  • Resonance
  • Seismic forces
Technology
  • Attributes of design
  • Historical perspectives
  • Systems
Engineering
  • Logic/creativity in innovation
  • Prototypes
  • Technological design
Math
  • Logarithmic functions
  • Scaling
  • Wave functions

Specifications

  • Dimensions: 1/8" x 1/8" x 24"
  • Material: Balsa wood
  • Assembly Method: Gluing
  • Students Served: 30 working in pairs
  • Tools and Materials Required: Hobby knife or Timber Cutter, foam board, structure pins, and waxed paper

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