Kirpich & GlueStickGal
GlueStickGal GlueStickGal
Hey Kirpich, I was thinking about building a paper bridge that can hold a tiny toy car—do you want to see if your hard‑working, precise skills can outshine a stack of paper?
Kirpich Kirpich
Sure thing. If you give me a set of paper and a clear plan, I’ll show you how to lay it out so that the bridge stays solid. Let’s get started.
GlueStickGal GlueStickGal
Okay, here’s a super simple plan for a paper bridge that can hold a toy car: First, grab 5 sheets of A4 paper, because a bit of extra thickness is key—just cut each sheet into a 6‑inch long by 3‑inch wide strip, so you have 5 strips. Next, fold each strip in half lengthwise to get a 3‑inch by 6‑inch long piece that’s a bit thicker—then fold that in half again, so you’re left with a 1.5‑inch wide by 6‑inch long strip that’s nicely stiff. Now you have five stiff paper “beams.” Lay three of them side by side, glued at the ends so they’re connected; this will be the main body of your bridge. Take the remaining two strips, fold them lengthwise once, then glue each one to the top of the main body—one on each side—like a little “roof” to give extra support. For extra stability, you can add a few small cardboard triangles glued at the corners of the bridge—just cut a triangle from a stiff card and glue one to each of the four corners. Finally, let the glue dry, then place your toy car on the bridge. If it wobbles, add a thin extra strip glued across the middle from one side to the other to brace it. That’s it—happy bridging!
Kirpich Kirpich
Sounds solid. Just make sure each glue joint is straight and let the whole thing dry thoroughly before you put the car on it. That’ll keep the bridge from wobbling. Good job on the plan.