some notes on structures - helpful links (Science)

Hi. If you have any helpful links on structures, please add to this post (by making a comment).

I have searched and found some solid general information.
I understand you are learning about structures in Science.
The three kinds of structures: solid (solid), skeletal (frame) and surface (shell)...

Note: there is a basic slide show that the above page is part of.
For an electronic "Table of contents" of information see here


What is the difference in a structure based on materials used?

Construction techniques and people involved here.

Vocabulary for stresses and strains on structures (eg. a bridge).

Examples of a combined frame and shell structures (eg. buildings, houses, skyscrapers) throughout history.

Structures in nature ...natural structural forms...




Oh and by the way, I've added the Forest of Reading link to the links part of the blog as well.
Here are the 2008 nominees for fiction.