30.1 - Materials, & Geometry
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Practice Questions
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What material was primarily used to construct the Eiffel Tower?
💡 Hint: Remember the type of iron known for its flexibility and strength.
How many supports does the Eiffel Tower have?
💡 Hint: Think about the structure's balance.
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What material was primarily used to construct the Eiffel Tower?
💡 Hint: Consider the type of iron known for its flexibility and strength.
True or False: The Eiffel Tower was built using aluminum.
💡 Hint: Remember the material known for its historic use in structures.
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Challenge Problems
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Given the total weight of the Eiffel Tower is 18,800 kg, design a model to illustrate how weight is distributed among the four supports during high wind conditions.
💡 Hint: Consider how wind pressure affects the center of mass and the response of each support.
Evaluate how the choice of material might change if the Eiffel Tower were designed today. Discuss potential materials and their advantages/disadvantages.
💡 Hint: Think about advancements in technology and building practices.
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