Bridge-Toothpick

Toothpick Bridge
__Building a Toothpick Bridge__ This project will require an "Engineer Team" to design and construct a model bridge. Your bridge will be constructed out of toothpicks and glue only, and it must span a 12-inch space. Here are your rules:

- You may use any resources from your research - Use a maximum of 1 box of wooden toothpicks (750 count) per bridge. - White glue around the joints of the bridge only (you may not cover the entire toothpick). - The bridge must be functional (there must be enough space to drive a toy car across it). - The bridge must be at least 2 toothpicks wide. - The length of the bridge must be 12 inches between the supports, but the roadway may extend to greater length. - Only whole toothpicks may be used during construction. Any protruding segments may be trimmed off.

Finally, you must provide a sign (an index card) that features the name and location of your bridge, what type of bridge you constructed, and what type of truss design you used.

Good luck!

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