Competition

This year, UNLV is hosting the 2009 National Student Steel Bridge Competition at Las Vegas, Nevada.


2009 Steel Bridge Site


AISC Competition Rules

During competition, each bridge is scored based on weight, deflection, and a timed assembly. After the timed assembly, each bridge is loaded with 2500lbs and the deflection is measured. Finally the bridge is weighed. 

The bridges are ranked based on the lowest of the total score from Construction Economy (Number of builders x Time) and Structural Efficiency (Weight x Deflection).

Kevin, edgar, and andre run out the leg assembly at the 2005 regional competition in tuscaloosa

Three pieces get run out at the 2005 regionals

2006 Load Testing