Event Id : 397

Event Name : Popsicle Bridge

Event Brief :

Popsicle Bridge is an exciting technical event at MU Fest 2025, organized by the Civil Engineering Department (Diploma/FOET), Marwadi University. This challenge tests participants' engineering skills, creativity, and teamwork as they design and build a structurally sound bridge using only 150 popsicle sticks and white glue. Teams will have 3 hours to construct their bridge, which will be tested for strength by loading weight at the center. The bridge that withstands the highest load before failure wins! 🏆 🔹 Team Size: Max 3 members 🔹 Bridge Specs: Length 35-40 cm, Clear Span 30 cm, Height Max 15 cm, Min Roadway Width 10 cm 🔹 Judging: Load-bearing capacity, failure at 5 cm deflection or structural collapse 🔹 Prizes & Certificates for winners and participants Join this thrilling engineering challenge and put your skills to the test! 🚀

Event Coordinator :

Prof. Pratik Patel - Contact: 9016464933 | Email:pratik.patel@marwadieducation.edu.in

Prof. Dr. Naresh Thatikonda - Contact: 9959261981 | Email: naresh.thatikonda@marwadieducation.edu.in

Student Coordinator :

Urvin MahendrabhaiGohel 92410105004 (4EF1)

Ravi .A.Aashiyani 92300936003 (4DF1)

BhuvaDhruvin 92300936002(4DF1)
Ronak Ashiyani 92410105002 (4EF1)
Krutarth Hadiyel 92200936020 (6DF1)
Lavya Patel 92300936006 (4DF1)
Ammar Ansari 92300936012 (4DF1)
Tirth Ramani 92200936009 (6DF1)

Rabindra Sharma Bhandari 92201705050(6EF1)

Priyanshi daxini 92200936002(6DF1)

Event Date and Time :

3rd March,2025 (10:00 to 1:00)Bridge Making,
4th March,2025 (10:00 to 1:00) Bridge Load Testing

Location :

MB002(Bridge Testing) & Corridor outside Ground Floor B-Wing(Bridge making)

Rules / Guidelines / Judging Criteria For Popsicle Bridge

- Judging Criteria :

The Popsicle Bridge willbe evaluated based on its load-bearing capacity and structuralintegrity. The winning bridge will be determined as follows:

✅ Strength Test: Thebridge will be loaded at its center, and weight will be appliedwithin the 30 cm clear span.
✅ Failure Criteria:

• Deflection exceeding 5 cm
• Structural breaking or collapse

🏆 WinnerSelection: The bridge that withstands the highest load beforefailure will be declared the winner.

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- Entry Rules & Guidelines :

Rules and Regulations:

1. Team Formation: Teams must consist of 3 members Max.
2. Material Constraints: Each team is allowed a maximum of 150 popsicle sticks and only water-soluble white glue.
3. Construction Time: Participants will have 3 hours to complete their bridge.
4. Bridge Specifications:
• Maximum Length: 35-40 cm
• Clear Span: 30 cm
• Maximum Height: 15 cm
• Minimum Open Roadway Width: 10 cm
5. Testing Method:
• The bridge will be loaded at its center.
• The weight will be placed for 30 seconds within the 30 cm clear span.
6. Failure Criteria:
• Deflection exceeding 5 cm.
• Structural breaking or collapse.

Winners

✅ Top three teams willbe recognized for their engineering skills and innovation.
✅ All participants will receive a certificate of participation.