The Catapult Competition
Event Description: Teams of two or three people will build a catapult which is designed to throw a softball as far as possible.
Specifications:
Your catapult must meet the following criteria:
1. It must have an arm designed to throw the ball. A sling may be use maximize throwing potential.
2. When cocked, your catapult must fit inside a 3m x 3m “launch box” that will be drawn on the ground.
3. When cocked, your catapult must be no taller than 2 meters.
4. Your catapult must have a triggering mechanism which will allow you to stand outside the launch box.
5. No explosions or air pressure may be used to assist the performance of your catapult. In other words, the energy used to power your catapult must be provided by the device itself.
6. Your catapult must be able to be cocked by one person.
Scoring: Each group will be allowed three launches. The best launch will be used as your score. The longest launch wins.
Competition Date: Friday, Oct. 29