Q12.6: In the wall member section, figure 3 states that the maximum wall member dimensions are 3″ x 0.1″ x 11″, and also states in the paragraph above that the member has to fit in a box with these dimensions. Does that mean a wall member can 3″ as it states in figure 3, or it has to be less than 3″?
A: The wall member can be a maximum of 3” as shown in Figure 3 of the Design Guide.
Q12.2: For the steel angles that will be clamped with the base plate and shake table in figure 17 of the design guide, will we have to provide the angles ourselves or will it be provided during the competition?
A: The teams don’t have to bring the steel angles. The SDC organizing committee will provide them.
Q12.3: It says that “There are no restrictions on how each member is cut as long as it is able to fit in the box in its final state before any glue is applied.” It also says that each Wall member must span one inch. Triangular walls can fit both of these requirements. They can span more than one inch vertically (design guy does not mention that every part of it has to) and can fit within the box. A clarification says that triangular members are not allowed however. Can we cut 1” tall rectangle walls with a triangular shape on top (all parts will span 1” vertically but will still have triangular shape on top?)
A: Any shape that has a minimum vertical height of 1” at all horizontal points and has a minimum horizontal dimension of 1” will satisfy the requirement. The example shape described in the question will satisfy the requirement provided it has a minimum horizontal dimension of 1”.
Q12.4: We would like to know if there are any limitations regarding the depth of the notchings at the base plate.
A: No limitations as long as the surface remains flat and smooth. Typically, teams notch the entire thickness to get a bigger surface area.
Q12.5: We would like to know if we need to manufacture and make our own deadloads following the characteristics given , or they will be provided at the competition?
A: Dead loads are provided at the competition.