Div A Events
Parachute Straw Egg Drop
Each pair of students will make a device out of paper straws and masking tape, supplied on‐site by the event supervisor, to hold a large raw egg. The device containing the egg will be dropped from a fixed height to a target. This event has a written test on the possible topics of eggs, parts of a parachute, and related vocabulary.
Number Students Allowed | Goggles | Held Where? |
|---|---|---|
2 per team | Indirect-vent Goggles | In-person |
Clarifications
Oct 28, 2022
Q1: Any further clarification on "materials for parachute" available?
A1: We will give no further clarification on the materials. The materials available will help teams create a successful device.
Q2: Will teams get additional material to make a parachute or will the parachute need to be constructed from the straws?
A2: See answer 1.
Q3: Can the non sticky part of the tape touch the egg?
A3: Yes.
Q4: Are we allowed to use/bring a ruler for constructing our structure?
A4: No.
Q5: The target point is a straight point under the dropping position or it can be a few feet away in any direction? I mean do we expect a straight fall or make our structure to be able to glide and steer?
A5: The target will be as close as the Event Supervisor can make it to a straight drop. There will be no gliding or steering needed.
Q6: "20 paper, non-flexible straws" Does this mean the straws can only be cut, but not be folded?
A6: Teams may fold straws.
Q7: "Plumb lines will be allowed." Does this mean we need to bring the plumb lines by ourself?
A7: Yes.
Q8: Can the plumb line be used as part of the construction material?
A8: No.
Q9: Will we be allowed to use ruler for measuring or straws to make the structure?
A9: No.