This page displays model bridges built by the Applied Physics class at Gate City High School. Each group of students used their own design to construct their model using balsa wood and carpenter's glue. The models were evaluated on the ratio of mass supported by the bridge to the mass of the bridge. The bridge that had the largest ratio was considered to be the best design and construction. To view the model bridges, click on the groups below.
Click here to view the evaluation of the bridges.