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paper bridge

Manilla File Folder Bridge

April 5, 2024July 24, 2007 by Garrett Boon

Built by Bill H. Here is the email Bill sent me:I started making bridges about a year ago and have pictures to share with you. For the first bridge I used a set of plans that I found free on the internet from a guy who was in the army. The bridge plans were designed … Read more

Categories Examples Tags paper bridge, pratt truss, reader submitted 6 Comments

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  1. Luis on 100 Stick Popsicle Bridge: 21″ Howe TrussMay 7, 2026

    probably,im doing the same thing rn too,ill let you know

  2. James on Popsicle Bridge Building TipsMay 4, 2026

    Mr. Garrett, I would like to ask a question for a project. I have to support a load at one…

  3. javier on Popsicle Bridge Holds 500 lbs.May 4, 2026

    Yes, this was very helpful. The use of numerous triangles is key.

  4. helpful steve on Forces that Act on BridgesApril 29, 2026

    basically its when there are two opposing forces acting on the same point

  5. Adaya on 100 Stick Popsicle Bridge: 21″ Howe TrussApril 28, 2026

    Hi, I'm doing a project for school. Do you think this could hold dumbbells?

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