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The construction and testing of model bridges promotes the study and application of fundamental principles physics and also helps high school students develop "hands on" skills through bridge construction. By participating in the Bridge Building Competition students get a flavor of what it is to be an Engineer, designing structures to a set of specifications and then seeing them perform their function. They are also provided with an academically-oriented extracurricular activity which is recognized school-wide.
2009 International Contest Information
    The 2009 International Bridge Building Contest, held April 25 in Bellingham, Washington is over and complete results are available!
    Congratulations to the top three finishers:
    1. Emily Baker Holly Cornell Oregon
    2. Chris Wang Bronx-Manhattan-Westchester
    3. Ashley Blocker Chicago South Suburban
2009 Chicago Regional Contest Information
    Results of the 2009 Chicago Regional Contest, (see the videos!) held on February 10, 2009 at Illinois Institute of Technology. Congratulations to all the winners, particularly to the top two in each region who will be participating in the 2009 International Contest on April 25!
    City of Chicago Region
        Gage Myagi   --   Payton College Preparatory
        Kelly Corcoran   --   St. Ignatius College Prep
    North Suburban Chicago Region
        John Hoover   --   Loyola Academy
        Abel Zerazion   --   Loyola Academy
    South Suburban Chicago Region
        Ashley Blocker   --   Lincoln-Way Central High School
        Nick Frodyma   --   Lincoln-Way North High School
Regional Contest Locator
    Find your school's region, if it is already established, and who organizes the regional contest.
Setting up new Regions
    Learn how to start a new region if your school is not currently within an established region.
Running your own school contest
    Tips on organizing and conducting your own school contest.
Bridge building help
    Links to bridge building tips and the video of Roy Coleman's tutorial on bridge building.
Pictures and Videos of past contests Sponsors Official Documentation
    Documents and information pertaining to the International Bridge Building Contest.
The International Bridge Building Committee
    We maintain this web site, oversee the International Contest each year and keep track of new regions. Find out who we are!

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For further information, contact: Prof. John Kallend - kallend@iit.edu, Illinois Institute of Technology
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