Explore Physics with Tensegrity
Lego tensegrity sculpture models appear to defying gravity. This is a short exploration of tensegrity and the founder, Buckminster Fuller.
There are many building possibilities that students can come up with... Instead of showing them how to do it, have students test them out and experiment.

 
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What learning environment is this best formatted for?
Classroom
Time Commitment
2 - 3 hours
LEGO Education Teacher Familiarity/Level
Advanced
Age
Primary - Ages 5 to 11, Secondary - Ages 12+
Subject
Art & Music, Engineering, Math, Science
Products Used
Other
Languages
English
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