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Low Cost Way To Make Bridges
Simon Stanton sent in this idea to share:
“Here’s an idea for constructing bridges across rivers and valleys. Use a curtain rod to make metal girders for the sides of a steel bridge. I use those curtain rods with an “I” shaped cross-section. I find a hacksaw best for cutting the rods to the right length. I then fill in braces using styrene or wood. Later I spray paint the assembly dark gray or black. I have found this type of bridge construction to be really sturdy. The other advantage is the spans can reach further without bending.”
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Brilliant! The rods can easily be disguised, and provide great strength.
Why not use them for track support within a foam base?
Carve the foam, lay the rod. (pipe bender applied, rod sandwiched).
Hi Simon,
Using a I beam curtain rod as a steel girder is a very good idea. What goes in between the I beams to form the bridge ? If you have fabricated one could you please put up a pic.
Thank you
I second the request for a picture. Also, what scale are we talking about here that will match up well with a curtain rod?