general information
Event Dates
Mar 07, 2008
Contact Information
American Museum of Science & Energy
Oak Ridge, TN
Phone: 865-576-5218
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East Tennessee Regional Model Bridge Building Contest
For registered students who build a model bridge, according to prescribed size and weight specifications, that is capable of supporting the greatest load per unit of mass. Registration at AMSE is 8:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.; Aesthetics Judging 10 a.m.; Bridge Testing Begins at 11:00 a.m. followed by Award Presentations. Contest sponsored by American Museum of Science and Energy, American Society of Civil Engineers, Tennessee Society of Professional Engineers, and American Society of Mechanical Engineers. Prizes will be awarded in each division for first, second, and third place for the bridges with the highest structural efficiency. Senior High Division (grades 9 – 12) winners receive cash awards of $150 for first, $100 for second, and $50 for third, plus trophy per winner. Junior High Division (grades 7 – 9) each of the top three winners receives a trophy. Students, parents, and the public are welcome to attend. AMSE Auditorium and Lobby.
upcoming events
May 2, 2008 - May 13, 2008
58th Annual Strawberry Festival
Dayton, TN
May 13, 2008 - May 14, 2008
"A Day of Washing, Churning, and Learning" Presented by Oaklands Historic House Museum
Murfreesboro, TN
May 16, 2008
Point Eleven to Perform at Rose Center
Morristown, TN
May 17, 2008
A Toast To Tennessee Wine Festival
Nashville, TN
May 16, 2008 - May 17, 2008
Bloomin', Barbecue & Bluegrass Festival
Sevierville, TN