I need to make an egg protection device using only sipping straws and duct tape. Any ideas? I was thinking of making a parachute but how would I do that with just tape and straws?

i've done that before..

wrap the egg all the way around with straws with the egg in the middle of the straws' length... and then duct tape both ends of the straws together.. ... this will look like a 'snake that just ate an egg' ..... and then wrap the first batch straws with more straws.. forming a diamond shape around the first batch of straws... i know its difficult explaining it through writing... just create something so that the outside straws becomes the 'shock absorber' when it falls to the ground.

a parachute wouldnt work.

and the more duct tape u use... the more weight is placed on the device and more force upon impact... so use less duct tape.. (dont wrap the entire device with duct tape)

yeah. so hopefully that should work. :)

~lor

To create an egg protection device using only sipping straws and duct tape, follow these steps:

1. Start by wrapping the egg with the straws. Lay the straws side by side, long enough to cover the whole egg. Make sure the egg is centered in the middle of the straws' length.

2. Once the egg is completely surrounded by the straws, use duct tape to secure both ends of the straws together. This will create a protective enclosure around the egg.

3. To further reinforce the protection, you can add another layer of straws around the first batch. This time, aim to form a diamond shape around the initial straws. This will create additional shock absorption when the device hits the ground.

4. Finally, use duct tape sparingly to hold the extra layer of straws in place. Be mindful of not adding too much duct tape, as it will increase the weight of the device and the force of impact upon landing. Only use enough duct tape to keep the straws secure.

It's important to note that a parachute made solely with tape and straws might not be effective, as the materials are not designed for that purpose. However, the created enclosure with straws and duct tape should provide some degree of protection when the device is dropped.

Remember, the goal is to cushion and absorb the impact, so be creative in designing the enclosure and ensure the straws are securely attached. Good luck with your project!