2006 Category Winners in
Applied Mechanics/ Structures & Mechanisms/ Manufacturing

First Place: J0299: Vig, Ryan J. Grade 7, Los Angeles County
What Material for an Acoustic Instrument Soundboard Has the Widest Range of Response?
Advisor: Mr. Bruce Buenaventura
School: Sierra Canyon Middle School, Chatsworth
Second Place: J0213: Noblett, Jacob M. Grade 8, Riverside County
What Type of Motor Oil Will Cause the Least Amount of Friction?
School: Mountain Shadows Middle School, Nuevo
Third Place: J0203: Carrion, Daniel A. Grade 8, Fresno County
Comparison of Petroleum Based Diesel Fuel and an Alternative Diesel Fuel
Advisor: Mrs. Nicole Luckin
School: Fairmont Elementary School, Sanger
Honorable Mention: J0211: Hiatt, Austin J. Grade 6, Fresno County
Determining the Fastest Gear Set-Up on a Single Speed BMX Bike Around a Designated Course
Advisor: Mrs. Hilary Cloud
School: Quail Lake Charter School, Clovis