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And Another - Enchanted Raindrop
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Unveil the wonder of suspension with "And Another," a floating raindrop that dances gracefully in the wind.
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  • Norton Flavall, the artist who created this magical teardrop made sure it was perfectly balanced, so it didn't swing too much or fall down

    Norton Flavall, the artist who created this magical teardrop made sure it was perfectly balanced, so it didn't swing too much or fall down

  • This material ensured the sculpture stayed strong and beautiful, no matter what the weather was like

    This material ensured the sculpture stayed strong and beautiful, no matter what the weather was like

  • She learned that the invisible wires and the strong steel work together to keep the sculpture steady, even when the wind blew fiercely or the rain poured down

    She learned that the invisible wires and the strong steel work together to keep the sculpture steady, even when the wind blew fiercely or the rain poured down

  • Let's create our own hanging sculptures using string and lightweight materials like paper or plastic

    Let's create our own hanging sculptures using string and lightweight materials like paper or plastic

  • The world is full of wonders waiting to be discovered by bright minds like yours

    The world is full of wonders waiting to be discovered by bright minds like yours


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    Once upon a time, in a magical forest in Tumburamba, there was a beautiful sculpture called Ananada by Norton Flavall
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    Imagine a giant teardrop or a raindrop hanging gracefully in the air, like a piece of the sky captured just for you to see
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    In this enchanted land, the sculpture, and another floated delicately, suspended from strong invisible wires stretched between tall ancient trees
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    These magical wires kept the sculpture in place, much like how engineers use suspension to build bridges that can span long distances and carry heavy loads
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    Norton Flavall, the artist who created this magical teardrop made sure it was perfectly balanced, so it didn't swing too much or fall down
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    The shape and design helped the sculpture dance with the wind and play with the rain, letting these elements pass through without making it unstable
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    Engineers use similar principles to design bridges and buildings that can handle strong winds and weather
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    It was as if the sculpture was always dancing with the wind
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    The sculpture was made from strong steel that could withstand all kinds of weather
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    This material ensured the sculpture stayed strong and beautiful, no matter what the weather was like
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    Engineers use durable materials like steel to create structures that last a long time and stay safe, just like this magical sculpture
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    One day, a curious young fairy named Luna discovered the sculpture
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    She marveled at how it hung so gracefully in the air and wondered how it stayed so perfectly balanced
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    Luna wanted to understand the magic behind the sculpture
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    She learned that the invisible wires and the strong steel work together to keep the sculpture steady, even when the wind blew fiercely or the rain poured down
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    Inspired by the sculpture, Luna decided to create her own hanging artwork
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    She gathered string and lightweight materials like paper and leaves from the magical forest
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    She carefully balanced her creation, making sure it hung perfectly without tipping over
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    Luna's artwork floated gently in the breeze, just like and another
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    Now, it's your turn to be an engineer
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    Let's create our own hanging sculptures using string and lightweight materials like paper or plastic
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    Try to balance your sculpture so it hangs perfectly without tipping over
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    You can even decorate it to look like a floating teardrop or raindrop
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    Here's a question
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    for you to think about
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    What other objects can you think of that use suspension to stay balanced and strong? Have fun creating and remember, with engineering principles like suspension and balance, you can create amazing things
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    The world is full of wonders waiting to be discovered by bright minds like yours
  • 00:02:52
    This audio is produced by the Australian Academy of Robotics in STEM Education in partnership with Snowy Hydro and the Snowy Valley sculpture trail

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