Tornado Tower
Project Snapshot
Inspired by the Tornado Outbreak of 2013, this project is an open ended challenge: Create a tower that's at least 3 craft sticks tall, strong enough to hold up 5lbs, and stable enough to not fall over when buffeted with gusts of wind!
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There are no step-by-step instructions for this project; it's a totally open-ended challenge!
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Tools and Materials
Testing:
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5lbs+ of weight
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A large, flat object to create gusts of wind
See also: STEM Inventions Engineering Craft Kit
Tips and Troubleshooting
If the towers are breaking before holding 5lbs of weight, then...
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Make sure to emphasize strong hot glue gun techniques, and using triangles in the design of the structure.
If the towers falling over easily, then...
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Emphasize building a wide base.
If it's difficult to create a large gust of wind, then...
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Review the video: Find a very large, flat object, and use both hands to swing the lid quickly in front of the tower.