The Hexagonal Sculpture

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Explore the magic of geometric stability with "The Hexagonal Sculpture," a twisting stone marvel that stands tall against all odds.

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Just as a key secures a treasure chest, this bolt keeps the hexagonal sculpture strong and unbreakable
Just as a key secures a treasure chest, this bolt keeps the hexagonal sculpture strong and unbreakable
It's like a perfectly balanced seesaw or a spinning top that never falls
It's like a perfectly balanced seesaw or a spinning top that never falls
Now, let's imagine tiny creatures living inside the folds of the hexagonal sculpture, using the twists and turns as secret pathways to explore the world
Now, let's imagine tiny creatures living inside the folds of the hexagonal sculpture, using the twists and turns as secret pathways to explore the world
Remember to make sure it's balanced so it doesn't fall over
Remember to make sure it's balanced so it doesn't fall over
The world is full of wonders waiting to be created by bright minds like yours
The world is full of wonders waiting to be created by bright minds like yours

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Welcome back! Today, our adventure takes us to a mesmerizing sculpture called the hexagonal, located in Talbingo
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Imagine walking through a forest and stumbling upon a magical stone sculpture that twists and turns, almost as if it's dancing in the breeze
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The artist, Kizou Ushio, created this magnificent piece using a single, enormous bolt to hold all the stone pieces together
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This bolt acts like a magical lock, ensuring that the sculpture remains intact
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Just as a key secures a treasure chest, this bolt keeps the hexagonal sculpture strong and unbreakable
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Engineers often use bolts and connections to make sure structures stay strong and don't fall apart
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But there's more to this sculpture than meets the eye
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It's not just about the giant bolt
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The hexagonal sculpture stands tall thanks to a principle called geometric stability
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This means that each twist and turn is carefully balanced, so the sculpture won't tip over
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It's like a perfectly balanced seesaw or a spinning top that never falls
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Engineers use geometric stability to ensure that buildings and bridges remain balanced and safe, no matter how heavy they are
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As the sun shines on the hexagonal sculpture, it casts intricate shadows on the ground, creating a beautiful patterns of light
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The strong stone material of the sculpture, hand with stand all kinds of weather, from the hottest sun to the fiercest storms
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It's like the sculpture has its own superhero strength, always standing tall and proud
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Now, let's imagine tiny creatures living inside the folds of the hexagonal sculpture, using the twists and turns as secret pathways to explore the world
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The geometric stability keeps their home safe and balanced, no matter what adventures they have
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Now, it's your turn to be an engineer
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Let's build our own twisted and balanced sculptures using Plato or Lego blocks
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Try making a shape that twists and turns like the hexagonal sculpture
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Remember to make sure it's balanced so it doesn't fall over
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Use different pieces to connect them just like the giant bolt
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Maybe add some decorations to make it magical
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Here's a question
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for you to think about
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What other shapes can you create that use geometric stability to stay balanced? Have fun creating, and remember, with engineering principles like strong connections and balance, you can make amazing things
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Keep dreaming and building
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The world is full of wonders waiting to be created by bright minds like yours
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This audio is produced by the Australian Academy of Robotics in STEM Education in partnership with Snowy Hydro and the Snowy Valley sculpture trail