{"product_id":"thames-and-kosmos-stem-structural-engineering-kit-bridges-skyscrapers","title":"Thames and Kosmos STEM Structural Engineering Kit - Bridges \u0026 Skyscrapers","description":"\u003cp\u003eEver wonder how bridges span huge distances and how skyscrapers stay standing? Structural engineers use physics and their knowledge of the properties of building materials and geometric shapes to design structures with sufficient strength and stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith this kit of modular building pieces, children can learn the basics of this type of engineering by conducting a series of \u003cstrong\u003e20 model-building experiments. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach model demonstrates a basic principle of mechanical physics or structural engineering in a hands-on way. Start out with small models that demonstrate how structural elements can be attached together to maximize the strength of a structure for a fixed amount of material used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearn about \u003cstrong\u003ebasic structural elements\u003c\/strong\u003e including columns, beams, trusses, plates, arches, shells, and catenary. Explore the forces acting on structural components including tension, compression, shear, and bending.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMove onto building more complex models of trusses, roofs, and small buildings. Experiment with different types of bridge construction: a truss bridge, arch bridge, cantilever bridge, rope bridge, and suspension bridge. Finally, build models of towering skyscrapers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat is the tallest tower you can build using only the pieces included in the kit?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearn about the strength and stiffness of materials. See how structural engineers optimize factors to maximize safety, and minimize cost and the risk of structural failure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA large, full-colour manual explains the model assembly and experiments with step-by-step illustrated instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSee all \u003ca href=\"\/brands\/thames-and-kosmos-science-kits\" title=\"kids science kits\" target=\"_self\"\u003eThames and Kosmos\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/educational-toys\/kids-science-kits\" title=\"kids science kits\" target=\"_self\"\u003eKids Science Kits\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStructural Engineering 625414\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHands on science experiments to conduct\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e323 pieces, 20 experiments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e44 page manual that teaches through each experiment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart of an award winning science range \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for children aged 8 years and upwards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBox Dimensions 37 × 29.5 × 8 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Thames and Kosmos Science Kits","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57076280328565,"sku":"SCE3108","price":46.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0850\/6916\/8962\/files\/Thames_KosmosStructuralEngineeringKitA1000x1000.jpg?v=1776346386","url":"https:\/\/www.crafts4kids.co.uk\/products\/thames-and-kosmos-stem-structural-engineering-kit-bridges-skyscrapers","provider":"Crafts4Kids","version":"1.0","type":"link"}