A Roadblock In Preparation
So far, I have been able to make some of the structures. However, the lack of materials is an issue, and I might have to switch to Legos to account for it. Hopefully not, but I am not sure yet. I have created 4 structures so far, and still need to fill them with clay. If I cannot get up to 7 structures made by Friday, I will switch to using Legos. Otherwise, I will stick to the clay/play-doh + 3D printing method.
In terms of when I will experiment, I am planning on doing it sometime this month. Since I don’t have classes anymore, I won’t have to worry about missing class and risking an absence or being tardy. I have talked with my out-of-school advisor, and he believes that 2 weeks from now will be a good time to experiment.
To prepare, other than getting the materials ready, I also need to start crafting my data tables early. I already have one of the data tables made, but now I need to look at how I will combine the data to notice any major differences, and what statistical tests I can use. I believe that I can apply Chi Square to this experiment to see whether the structural integrity of the structures is by chance. Additionally, I need to start noting down all my limitations and how they can affect my data.
Currently, I have the following limitations:
- Not using real structures and real earthquakes
- Using a shake table instead of the simulation
- Using clay/Play-doh structures or Lego structures (regardless of which one, there will be errors)
That is all for now. Now I must just elaborate on the limitations and how they might skew the data (if they cause any changes)
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