1000 Pound Beam Challenge

Can a single wood joint hold 1000 pounds? Finding out.

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The idea is to build a beam out of Styrofoam and Epoxy fiberglass with the following dimensions: span 40', web 8", and a cap width of 3", weighing under 25 lbs. When supported at each end, the beam should carry a distributed load of 1000 lbs without being damaged.

Box beam

by Bjorn Lampson last modified 2022-11-15T00:33:55+00:00
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