Steel Bridge
Steel Bridge is an annual project where we design and fabricate a 1:10 scale model of a bridge. The bridge we design must be able to withstand a load of 2400 lbs and meet the rules for competition at the Pacific Southwest Regional Conference (PSWC). Steel bridge is a great opportunity for those who enjoy a hands on experience. Every piece of the bridge is fabricated by our team in the structures lab. Upon completion of every bridge member, we practice assembling our bridge for a competitive time. At the PSWC, the Student Steel Bridge Competition is one of the two largest events. Each year, we plan to dominate the competition with the hope to reach the National Student Steel Bridge Competition. In 2014 and 2015, the Steel Bridge team made it to the national competition. With the team's hard work, they were able to get 1st in Aesthetics, 2nd in Stiffness, 2nd in Cost Estimate, 3rd in Lightness, and 3rd place in Structural Efficiency at PSWS 2025!
If you are interested in being part of this exciting project, please contact the steel bridge captains via email.
If you are interested in being part of this exciting project, please contact the steel bridge captains via email.
Coordination Captain
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Ashlyn Uehara
Civil Engineering - Structural, Senior [email protected] Hi everyone! My name is Ashlyn Uehara, and I am this year’s Coordination Captain for the Steel Bridge Team. I graduated from Aiea High School in 2022 and am now a senior in the structural engineering track. My goals for this year are to help improve our construction time, stay competitive, and most importantly, create fun and memorable experiences with the team. Outside of school, I enjoy listening to music, watching anime, and drawing. I’m excited for all that this year has in store and hope to see you at Steel Bridge! |
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Fabrication Captain
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Kevin Soe
Civil Engineering, Junior [email protected] Hey everyone, my name is Kevin Soe, and I am this yearʻs fabrication captain for the Steel Bridge Competition. I graduated from Leland High School in 2023 and am a current standing Junior. When Iʻm not welding this bridge together I love to play volleyball, golf, and go to the gym. My goal for our team this year is to train a strong group of enthusiastic builders and welders to kill it in the competition this year! Hope to see you guys at Bridge! |
Design Captain
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Zoe Fukuda-Seki
Civil Engineering, Senior [email protected] Hi everyone! Iʻm Zoe Fukuda-Seki and I am the Design Captain for Steel Bridge this year. I graduated from Moanalua High School in 2022 and will be a senior this upcoming year. My goals this year are to optimize the bridge design and to build a bridge community where we can support each other and learn together. Some of my hobbies include practicing guitar, watching shows, and trying new foods. Hope to see you guys at Steel Bridge practices! |
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Build Captain
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David Uyeda
Civil Engineering, Junior [email protected] Howdy, My name is David Uyeda and I will be your treasurer and steel bridge build captain for this upcoming 2025-2026 year. I graduated from Hanalani schools in 2023 and plan on graduating with a BA in Civil Engineering from the UH at Manoa in 2027. My goals for this upcoming year are increase the overall amount of funding received to the club and grow the funds of the club for future years. I also want to make sure that all committees and tech events receive timely funds with clear communication. When I am not performing my duties, I enjoy going fishing, playing golf, and volleyball. Please do not hesitate to come up to me and ask if you have any questions regarding asce or any civil engineering questions you may have. I look forward to serving all of you and hope to see you all for another amazing year! |
