PROJECT PROPOSAL
To follow the rules for the 2009 competition, the Lawrence Tech team must design, test, fabricate, and construct a 1 : 10 scale model steel bridge. The bridge must be 2.5 tall and 20 feet long; unlike recent bridges, the 2009 bridge will have to have all support chords below the decking structure. During competition, models will be erected under simulated field conditions, and then the bridge will be load tested. The winning bridge will be the bridge that can built the fastest, weighs the least, and also can hold the required load with minimal deflection.
The following are the disciplines included in the project and required tasks of each team member:
Nick will be responsible for the examination and analysis of various connection designs and selecting the most efficient connections.
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Lauren will be responsible for creating and maintaining the project schedule. Also, Lauren will verify that the fund account is up to date and that the appropriate funds are present. To secure funding, various Civil Engineering companies will be contacted for sponsorship, and thank you letters will be sent to the sponsoring companies.
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Lindsay will research various steel geometrics and will determine the optimal steel types, shapes, and sizes for the project.
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Greg will be responsible for the examination and analysis of various member designs and will also select the optimal configuration. |
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