Structural Engineering: Bridges & Skyscrapers
Structural Engineering: Bridges & Skyscrapers
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Structural Engineering: Bridges & Skyscrapers

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  • Educational Focus: This kit teaches structural engineering basics through 20 model-building experiments, demonstrating principles of mechanical physics and structural engineering in a hands-on manner.
  • Core Concepts: Learn about structural elements like columns, beams, trusses, and arches, and explore forces such as tension, compression, shear, and bending.
  • Building Projects: Construct various bridge types including truss, arch, cantilever, rope, and suspension bridges, along with complex models of roofs and skyscrapers.
  • Material Science: Investigate the strength and stiffness of materials, understanding how engineers optimize factors for safety and cost.
  • Included Components: The kit contains 323 modular building pieces and a 36-page, full-color manual with step-by-step illustrated instructions.
  • Product Specifications: Designed for ages 8+, the product dimensions are 11.6 x 13.1 x 1.8 inches, weighing 1.8 lbs, with a 44-page manual.
  • Award Recognition: This product received the 2017 Parents Choice Gold Award and correlates with NGSS standards for engineering design and physical science.
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Oct 29, 2025
Susan
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5 out of 5 stars review

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Building and manufacturing exercise

Bought for my 14 year old grandson as a gift. He loves building things. He is a great quick learner and quick building various Legos so I decided to have him try building something different after seeing recommendations for this Structured Engineering project.

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May 11, 2026
Michael
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I am a Structural Engineer. This helped me explain to my grandsons.

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Sep 7, 2023
Max
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Great construction set for young inventor

Perfect for my creative 10-year old grandson.

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