Egg Drop Challenge by The Third Dimension
Simple aerodynamics can be found in different phenomena. The egg is a perfect example of a
3D aerodynamic object. The aim of the competition is to find the best method to drop an
egg from a 2 m height and make sure it does not break midway or on impact with the
ground. Different structures and mechanisms can be created for the same.
- Only 1 participant per entry.
- Any mechanism created should be such that at least 75% of the skin of the egg is
exposed to the surrounding.
- The landing surface should be flat ground. No cushions and cloth surfaces are
permitted.
- The egg should be raw. Hard boiled or peeled boiled eggs are not
permitted.
- The submission can be made in 2 ways:
- Video Submission: A video must be made of the mechanism created and the
actual drop test should be conducted. Before the actual drop make sure to add
the following information in the video:
- Your name, department and roll number
- Explanation of the mechanism
- Advantages of the given mechanism
- Keep the video to a maximum of 3 minutes. Make sure to show a 2m height
using any suitable means.
- PDF Submission: A document containing the following details can be
submitted:
- Your name, department and roll number
- Explanation of the mechanism
- A diagram/picture of the mechanism (if possible)
- Advantages of the given mechanism
- The video/PDF should be named EDC_<Name>_<Dept>_<Video/PDF>. The last
entry should be based on the choice of submission made. Keep the font size as 12, font as Calibri and the document must be a total of 2 pages.
- Submit your video/PDF at this Google Form.
Points will be awarded to each question on the basis of:
- Simplicity of mechanism
- Creativity
- Material used
- Advantages of the mechanism
Participants with the highest points total would be awarded.
Video submissions will be given preference over PDF Submissions as they show the real egg drop.
Submissions to Google Form with the specified format will count as registrations.
