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Da Vinci Bridge

In this lesson, students assemble a model of Leonardo da Vinci’s bridge using the 3D printed beams provided. Students then design and 3D print their own set of beams and test the completed bridge to discover its load bearing capacity.

Subjects: MathematicsDesign and Technology
Years | Grades: 7th Grade | 11-12 years8th Grade | 12-13 years9th Grade | 13-14 years10th Grade | 14-15 years11th Grade | 15-16 years
Duration: Lesson 1: 50 minutes Print time: ~ 2 hours Lesson 2: 50 minutes

Objectives

Build self-supporting bridge
Design and 3D print beams to construct a self-supporting bridge
Plan and carry out load testing

Tools and equipment

BE3D eDee Printer
Set of example models
Internet-enabled computer and access to TinkerCAD®
Paper pad and pencil
Printed lesson resources

Skill requirements

To participate in the lesson, students should be able to:

Use TinkerCAD or similar CAD software at a beginner level
Enter the correct 3D print settings in DeeControl layering software
Use a BE3D eDee 3D printer

3D models overview

Total print time 7 hours 10 minutes
Total filament 20 m
Additional non-printable components
Printed all at once

DA VINCI BRIDGE

7 hours 10 minutes
20 m

DA VINCI BRIDGE SUPPORT

40 minutes
1 m

DA VINCI BRIDGE SUPPORT WITH NOTCHES

40 minutes
1 m

Note: Values are calculated for one set of models.

Lesson resources

Lesson plan
Worksheet
Walkthrough
Walkthrough video
Presentation
3D models
3D print instructions
Curriculum Alignment: ISTE standard compliant

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