Structural Study II

Taking what we have created and observed from Structural Study I, more advanced models with more realistic means of connection were created:

A. 90 DEGREE COUPLING
Two tubes meet at a right angle, with each tube notched for one
to fit into the other. The two are fastened together with a
single screw through the intersection of the tubes.



B. ADJUSTABLE ANGLE CONNECTION
Advanced version of model E in Structural Study I. One rod
is driven through the ends of two tubes, with each tube
connected by small metal plates at the ends of the rod.
The model is free to pivot about the metal plates.




C. "TRI-POD CONNECTION"
Similar to that of model B. Three tubes are joined together
by metal rods and plates. Each tube is free to pivot, allowing
multiple opportunities for angular construction.






D. LINEAR ELONGATION METHOD I
Exterior metal bracing joins two tubes at their ends. The tubes
are fastened by screws through the bracing and the tubes.










E. LINEAR ELONGATION METHOD II
Interior of tubes contain small wooden blocks with screws driven through
the blocks and each side of the tubes. A more sturdy and successful
elongation method compared to model D. Will allow for longer spans of
tubes.

- Tim, Matt, Phil & Sheila