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The Timeless Ring - Universum
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Delve into the world of circular stability with "Universum," a wooden ring that balances beauty and strength.
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  • These bolts were like the silent guardians of the ring, ensuring it remained intact and strong, no matter the weather

    These bolts were like the silent guardians of the ring, ensuring it remained intact and strong, no matter the weather

  • The secret to Universal's strength lay in its perfect balance and the way the wood was joined together

    The secret to Universal's strength lay in its perfect balance and the way the wood was joined together

  • She made sure each piece was carefully placed and supported, just like Universal

    She made sure each piece was carefully placed and supported, just like Universal

  • What other structures can you create using the principles of balance and stability that you see in Universal? Building is all about using our creativity and understanding of how things work together

    What other structures can you create using the principles of balance and stability that you see in Universal? Building is all about using our creativity and understanding of how things work together


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    Once upon a time, in a quiet forest filled with tall, with spring trees, stood an extraordinary ring called Universal
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    This wasn't just any ring, it was a marvel of craftsmanship and design, created by the talented artist Vachlav Fiala
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    Universal was made of sturdy wood, shaped and joined together with great care
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    The ring seemed to hover in the forest, balanced perfectly on its axis
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    This incredible structure was held together by strong, hidden bolts, making it stable and robust
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    These bolts were like the silent guardians of the ring, ensuring it remained intact and strong, no matter the weather
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    Long ago, a curious young explorer named Lila stumbled upon Universal during her wanderings
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    She was amazed by its perfect circular form and how it stood so gracefully among the trees
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    Lila wondered how something so delicate looking could be so strong
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    She soon learned that the ring's stability came from its clever design and the careful placement of its wooden pieces
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    The secret to Universal's strength lay in its perfect balance and the way the wood was joined together
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    Engineers use similar principles when they construct bridges and buildings, making sure every part works together to create a strong and stable structure
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    Lila realized that just like in the forest, balance and support were essential in everything we build
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    Inspired by the majestic ring, Lila decided to create her own structure
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    She gathered materials from the forest, tweaks, leaves, and vines and began to build
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    She made sure each piece was carefully placed and supported, just like Universal
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    When she finished, her creations stood proudly, a testament to what she had learned
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    Now it's your turn to become a builder
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    Gather some materials like cardboard, sticks, or anything you can find
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    Try to create your own ring, making sure it's balanced and stable
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    Think about how each piece fits together and how you can use supports to keep it strong
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    Here's something to ponder
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    What other structures can you create using the principles of balance and stability that you see in Universal? Building is all about using our creativity and understanding of how things work together
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    By learning and applying these principles, we can create wonderful and lasting structures
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    Keep exploring and building
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    The world is full of amazing things waiting to be discovered and created by brilliant 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

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