Eggs Over Easy
Project Rules
Description:
Each member will construct a container (crate) that will prevent an egg
from breaking as it is dropped from a spot selected by the teacher onto a
target.
Crate and Materials:
1) Crates must be less than 20 centimeters* on any side
(length, width, and height) and have a mass less than
500 grams* (without the egg).
2) Metal, wood, and glass materials (including fiberglass)
are not allowed for safety reasons. Students may use other materials, such as
rubber bands, tape, plastic, cardboard, etc. Parachutes and propellers are
not allowed.
3) The outside of the package may not contain any material to aid the
package in adhering to the target (such as tape, glue, etc.)
Competition:
Crates and materials will be impounded on competition day after they
have been inspected. NO modifications or additions will be allowed after that
time. You cannot add tape, rubber bands, etc. at the time of the drop. All
parts of the crate must begin above the designated drop line. You may bring
your own plumb lines to assist you in lining up their container with the target.
DO NOT BRING EGGS - I will provide raw Grade A large eggs on drop day.
Scoring:
Each crate will be dropped from a height (no more than 20 meters) and
location determined by the teacher. The object of the contest is to land and
remain on the center of the target without the egg breaking. If the egg does
not leave a wet mark on a paper towel after the drop, it is considered
unbroken!
The score will be determined by measuring the distance between the
furthest edge (or part) of the package and the center of the target. If the
package breaks apart at any time during the drop, the distance between the
center of the target and the furthest part will be recorded. The lightest
package (without the egg) will win in case of a tie.
* Metric Conversions:
20 cm = approx 7 7/8 in
500 g = approx 1 lb
Name: _____________________________________________
Container:
Dimensions - under 20 cm on an