3D Bridge Design: Teams of 2-4 students will use a 3D modeling program to design a bridge and then print it with a 3D printer. Teams will then test their bridges at the tournament to see which has the best weight-to-load ratio.
3D Derby: In this event, student teams of 2-4, will design a car in a CAD program and then print out their design on a 3D printer. Teams will add axles and wheels and then test their cars in preparation for the tournament race.
3D Useful Object: Teams of 2-4 students will design, prototype, and print a useful object with the 3D printers that are available at all middle school sites.
Minecraft Game Design: Teams of 2-4 students will design and program a 5-minute video game that is both fun and challenging using Microsoft’s Minecraft Education Edition