®
L a r g e S t r u c t u r e s S e t
A b o u t t h e C o m p o n e n t s
4
Flat Structures Members (ME-6987)
This set contains three types of flat structures: Flat 3 X 4 Beam (19 cm), Flat #4 Beam (17 cm), and Flat 2 X 3
Beam (12.5 cm). There are sixteen of each type of beam in the set.
Force Platform Structure (ME-6988A)
The PASCO model ME-7003 Force Platform Structures Bracket includes two brackets and four thumbscrews. The
adapter bracket is designed to connect members of the PASCO Structures System to a PASCO Force Platform (not
included). The brackets can also serve as foundation plates for larger structure models.
(Please see the Force Platform Structures Bracket instruction sheet for more information.)
Truss Set Members (ME-6993)
The Truss Set Members consists of five types of “I-beams” and
one type of connector. Each set has the following quantities:
When connected at 180° to a connector, two identical beams
have a combined length equal to one longer beam. For example,
two #1 beams connected at 180° have the same length as a #3
beam.
Truss Set Screws (ME-6994)
Each set of Truss Set Screws contains 75 Thumbscrews for attaching I-beams to connectors or load cells.
Cord Lock Spares (ME-6996)
A set of Cord Lock Spares includes 32 Cord Tensioning Clips (Cord Clips) and one roll of yellow braided cord.
When attaching cords for lateral bracing or for suspension or cable-stayed bridges, Cord Clips are used to assist in
adjusting the tension in the cords.
The Cord Clip does not come apart. It is best to thread the cord through the clip before the clip is installed on the
bridge or structure. Prepare to thread the cord by holding the top half of the clip as shown in Figure A so the two
Item
Qty Item
Qty
#1 Beam (5.5 cm)
8
#4 Beam (17 cm)
18
#2 Beam (8 cm)
8
#5 Beam (24 cm)
8
#3 Beam (11.5 cm)
18
Half Round Connector
14
#4 Beam
#3 Beam
3 X 4
Beam
Half Round
Truss
3 X 4
Beam
2 X 3
Flat #4
Beam
#1 Beam
#2 Beam
#3 Beam
#4 Beam
#5 Beam
Half Round
Connector
Screw
#1
#1
#3
#3
#3
#5
#2
#2
#4