A mechanical engineer defies the odds by crafting a gingerbread version of the iconic Clifton Suspension Bridge in Bristol
Bristol: So, there’s this engineer named Dave. He decided to make a gingerbread version of the Clifton Suspension Bridge. Sounds fun, right? But here’s the kicker: an expert told him it couldn’t be done. Challenge accepted!
Using gingerbread, strawberry bootlaces, and royal icing, he built the bridge. It’s pretty impressive! He even added a little dinosaur made from leftover gingerbread. How cool is that?
Dave, who’s 33, has a degree in mechanical engineering. He loves edible challenges. At first, he just wanted to see if it was possible. Then someone in his office said it couldn’t be done. That just fueled his fire!
He explained that materials like gingerbread can stretch under pressure. This made building the bridge tricky. The strawberry laces he used for cables were especially tough. But he didn’t back down.
Being an engineer is all about solving problems. Dave enjoys applying science and math in practical ways. Sometimes, it’s just about having fun and seeing what you can create.
To keep the bridge from cracking, he had to reinforce it. He used more strawberry laces and royal icing, kind of like how real bridges use strong materials. Smart thinking!
Dave encourages kids to explore engineering. He says it’s like adult Lego, and you get paid for it! Who wouldn’t want that?
