What is Boomilever in Science Olympiad?

Boomilever is a structural building event where the competitors design and build a boomilever prior to the competition, with the intention of supporting the most load with a small weight (i.e. maximize efficiency).

How wide should a Boomilever be?

Testing Wall (provided by the Event Supervisor) is a vertical, solid, rigid surface at least 30 cm high, 40 cm wide and ¾” thick (5.

How do you make a Boomilever SkyCiv?

How to Design a Boomilever using SkyCiv, in 6 Easy Steps

1. Model your Structure. Start by modelling (building) your structure in SkyCiv Structural 3D (S3D).
2. Add your Balsa Wood Material. The main Science Olympiad Material used is Balsa Wood.
3. Add your Section.
4. Add Loads!
5. Review the Results.
6. Get the Structure Weight.

What is digital structures Science Olympiad?

Digital Structures is a simulated building event that may replace Boomilever for some tournament formats during the 2021 season. For this event, students will use SkyCiv structural analysis software to design and test (in simulation) a Boomilever that meets construction requirements outlined in the rules.

What are the standards for boomilever in NC?

NC Essential Standards Alignment: Grade 6, 7, and 8: Goals 1 and 2; High School Physics 7.P.1, 7.P.2, Phy.1.1, Phy.1.2, Phy.1.3, PSc.1.1, PSc.1.2 Required Materials: Each team will create their Boomilever in the CAD software SkyCiv using the Science Olympiad app. NOTE – ALL NC TEAMS WILL RECEIVE A FREE SUBSCRIPTION TO SKY CIV.

Where can I get boomilever for Science Olympiad?

Boomilever Digital DVD from the Science Olympiad Store Boomilever Building Kit from Ward’s Science – contains plans and drawings! Science Olympiad Digital Test Packets – structure results from the 2019 Science Olympiad National Tournament – Div. B – Div. C

Where can I get the Science Olympiad rules manual?

Science Olympiad Store: 866-312-3999 Ward’s Science: 800-962-2660 WELCOME TO THE 2021 SCIENCE OLYMPIAD! This Rules Manual will help you prepare to compete in Invitational, Regional, State and National Tournaments held across the United States annually.

How many science olympiads are there in NC?

Your one stop for tournament dates, location, information and much more. Explore our 35+ tournaments across North Carolina. Science Olympiad is a K-12 science, technology, engineering, and mathematics competition that elevates science education to the level of support and enthusiasm typically reserved for school sports.