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Tuned Mass Damper (Pendulum in Skyscrapers)

 Concepts Covered: Oscillations, damping, seismic stability.


 Real-Life Inspiration: Many skyscrapers use large pendulums, called tuned mass
dampers, to stabilize the structure during high winds or minor earthquakes.
 Model: Create a miniature skyscraper model with a pendulum attached inside to
demonstrate how the damper reduces sway. Test the model on a vibrating platform to
show how the pendulum absorbs motion and stabilizes the structure.

2. Arch Bridge (Bridge Stability and Load Distribution)

 Concepts Covered: Compression, tension, structural engineering.


 Real-Life Inspiration: Arched bridges are commonly used in cities to span rivers,
roads, and railways due to their stability and ability to support heavy loads.
 Model: Build an arch bridge using materials like clay or foam and demonstrate how
weight is distributed. Show how arches resist compression and how the shape
contributes to stability.

3. Water Tower System (Water Pressure and Distribution)

 Concepts Covered: Gravity, pressure, water distribution.


 Real-Life Inspiration: Water towers provide water pressure for buildings and homes
in the city by storing water at a height.
 Model: Create a small water tower that feeds into different “buildings” (small
containers) at varying heights. Demonstrate how water pressure changes with
elevation and discuss how cities manage water distribution across different areas.

4. Traffic Flow Optimization (Traffic Light System)

 Concepts Covered: Automation, timing, flow analysis.


 Real-Life Inspiration: Traffic lights in cities are programmed to optimize traffic
flow and reduce congestion, often based on peak times.
 Model: Build a small road intersection with LEDs representing traffic lights,
controlled by a timer circuit. Experiment with different timing cycles to see which
improves traffic flow, simulating the logic used in traffic light programming.

5. Suspension Bridge (Cable Tension and Suspension)

 Concepts Covered: Tension, force distribution, stability.


 Real-Life Inspiration: Suspension bridges, like the Golden Gate Bridge, use cables
to suspend the deck and bear heavy loads over long distances.
 Model: Construct a small suspension bridge with string or thin cable and use weights
to test its load capacity. This demonstrates how tension in the cables supports the
bridge and distributes the load.

6. Wastewater Treatment Plant (Water Purification and Filtration)

 Concepts Covered: Filtration, sedimentation, environmental engineering.


 Real-Life Inspiration: Cities treat wastewater to remove contaminants before
returning it to natural water sources.
 Model: Build a simple filtration model with layers of gravel, sand, and charcoal to
show how water treatment removes impurities. Discuss the stages of water treatment
and how it contributes to environmental health.

7. Electrical Grid System (Power Distribution and Circuitry)

 Concepts Covered: Electrical circuits, power distribution, renewable energy


integration.
 Real-Life Inspiration: Cities have complex electrical grids that distribute power
from various sources, including renewable energy, to homes and businesses.
 Model: Set up a small electrical grid with a battery representing a power plant and
wire circuits to power LEDs in model “buildings.” Add a small solar panel to
represent renewable energy integration. Explain how power distribution and demand
management work.

8. Subway System Model (Railway Mechanics and Speed Calculation)

 Concepts Covered: Distance, speed, and time, transportation efficiency.


 Real-Life Inspiration: Subway systems move millions of people daily across cities,
often requiring precise timing and efficient route planning.
 Model: Create a small looped subway track with a toy train. Measure the time it takes
to complete different “routes” and calculate speed. Discuss how speed, distance, and
timing impact the efficiency of city transit systems.

9. Flood Management and Drainage System (Water Flow and Erosion)

 Concepts Covered: Water flow, erosion, urban planning.


 Real-Life Inspiration: Cities often have drainage systems and flood management
plans to prevent flooding and manage stormwater.
 Model: Build a drainage system using sloped surfaces and small channels. Pour water
at the top to see how it flows through the channels, simulating rain runoff. Show how
barriers and catchments reduce erosion and flooding risks.
10. Airport Runway and Control Tower (Navigation and Timing)

 Concepts Covered: Navigation, distance, timing, communication.


 Real-Life Inspiration: Airports manage multiple planes landing and taking off,
requiring precise timing and control systems.
 Model: Set up a small “runway” with toy planes and design a schedule for takeoff
and landing, simulating the communication and timing required to avoid collisions.
Discuss principles of air traffic control and how timing is calculated to manage
runway traffic.

11. Green Roof and Vertical Garden (Temperature Control and Air Quality)

 Concepts Covered: Insulation, photosynthesis, heat reduction.


 Real-Life Inspiration: Green roofs and vertical gardens in cities reduce building
temperatures, improve air quality, and support biodiversity.
 Model: Create a small building with a green roof or a vertical garden using moss or
other small plants. Measure the temperature inside the building compared to a similar
model without a green roof to demonstrate the cooling effect.

12. Recycling and Waste Management System (Logistics and Resource


Management)

 Concepts Covered: Resource management, recycling, sustainability.


 Real-Life Inspiration: Cities manage waste with systems for recycling, composting,
and disposal.
 Model: Design a simple waste sorting system to show how materials can be
categorized for recycling or compost. Use a scale or simple math calculations to
represent how much waste is diverted from landfills, explaining the environmental
impact of waste management.

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