
The 2nd Bridge Competition with Spaghetti-Apply now!
26/02/2025UBT, the Faculty of Civil Engineering and Infrastructure is happy to declare the 2nd competition of the bridge with spaghetti, a challenge where creativity meets engineering! This exciting competition invites Bachelor level students in construction engineering, architecture and design by the universities of the region to show their technical skills by designing and building a bridge entirely from spaghetti and adhesive.
Challenge
Participants will form teams up to five members and use a maximum of 1.2 kg of spaghetti to build a bridge. Purpose? Create the strongest possible bridge, which can withstand the largest load before it collapses. A jury composed of engineering professors and experts will evaluate projects and oversee the testing.
Prices
- Place 1: 500 € per team
- Place 2: 300 € per team
- Place 3: 150 € per team
The details of the event
- Location: UBT, main campus
- Datat: March 27-28, 2025
Evaluation Criteria: Bridges will be tested with load, and the winning team will be the one that builds the bridge with the highest structural capacity. In the event of a draw, the easiest bridge will be declared a winner!
How to apply
The competition is open to all bachelor students of construction engineering, architecture and design. If you are ready to challenge your engineering skills, gather your team and sign up now!
More information & registration: Soon! Stay informed about QR Code.
Important rules
Each team must respect the structural requirements of the competition, including the dimensions and limitations of the bridge weight.
Only raw and adhesive spaghetti are allowed – no additional materials are allowed.
The bridges should be longer than 1000 mm and a maximum of 1200 mm, with a maximum height of 600 mm and 130 mm wide.
The concentrated load will be applied to the center until the bridge collapses.
Security above all! Teams should handle materials and responsibilities.
Why participate?
Challenge your engineering and design skills in a fun and practical race.
Learn from industry professors and experts.
Create contacts with students and lecturers from the entire region.
Earn attractive awards and get to know your talent!
Are you ready to build, break and compete? Stay informed and face the challenge of the bridge with spaghetti!
For more details, contact:
E-mail: Driton.kryeziu@ubt-uni.net and bledian.nela@ubt-uni.net
Tel: +383 49 228 862
Address: Kalabria Neighborhood, 10000 Prishtina, Kosovo