Mola Structural Kit Review - For Civil Structural Engineers and Architects

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Mola structural kit review for civil structural engineers and architects. I review the Mola model structural kits, what it is, how it works, where to get them, and how to get them at a discounted price.
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@MatPicardal 4 жыл бұрын

What are your thoughts on the Mola Structural Kits?

@fat_joe3604 4 жыл бұрын

In my opinion it's offer more and more understanding of structural members deformation

@leoads 4 жыл бұрын

The whole idea (and production) of the "mola" system is from an Brazilian Engineer. I was able to see one presentation of the initial system at "Instituto de Engenharia" in Sao Paulo (6 years ago). I'm a structural engineer from Brazil and I live in CA since 2015. I spent most of my time in Irvine - Orange County. I tried many times to contact you (to make a networking), but no reply back... Now I'm in Davis, where I'm gonna start my graduate studies. I hope one day to meet you in person. My goal is to study seismic analysis, since we do not have it in Brazil. Nice work with the channel, congratulations. Ohh! by the way "mola" means spring in Portuguese.

@fabiandelgado6955 3 жыл бұрын

They are useful to understand supports and also are a good decoration for my desk

@MatPicardal 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for that info Leonardo! Apologies for my lack of responsiveness, I get hundreds of messages/requests/emails/comments and it's difficult to respond/keep track of them all. Hoping to meet more of you in person when COVID and my SE exams are finally over.

@leoads 3 жыл бұрын

Mat Picardal yes, sure. Let’s know about the SE exam! I’m certain that you are gonna make a video about that. Good luck...

@mil9102 3 жыл бұрын

Pre-ordered mine on July 26th, kit released on 31st of July and it arrived yesterday all the way from Brazil! (I’m in the UK). I’m amazed by it! The box is wayyy larger than it is on video and I can’t wait to create more structures with it.

@Idreesahaseeb 2 жыл бұрын

This is absolutely Gorgeous,I love the devices,keep on posting

@zhafranirsyad8400 3 жыл бұрын

That's really cool. Much easier to understand than just read a book. Hope all my lecturers have this to help the explanation

@JeffersonMartinSynfluent Жыл бұрын

Although I finally landed on the Chemical Engineering square I still recall building structures with the plastic Kenner Girder and Panel kits and spending a great deal of time torsioning, tensioning and compressing these small red plastic test structures and 'feeling' the reactions. What I would have given to have had any of these Mola kits. Thanks for the video.

@shaikhchilliee 4 жыл бұрын

Sir I'd personally like to thank you so much for making such a niche yet essential profession out in the lime light and allowing other aspirants to be more confident about it. Thankyou so much, appreciated

@MatPicardal 3 жыл бұрын

You are very welcome Zain! Thanks for the kind words!

@danielgraygarrison1612 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Mat, saw you speak at one of the SEAOSC monthly dinners and I have been watching your videos ever since. Love what you're doing, keep at it!

@MatPicardal 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for the support Daniel, added you on LinkedIn!

@blink3951 4 жыл бұрын

Mat, I love your channel. Thankyou for showing me this!

@MatPicardal 3 жыл бұрын

My pleasure Sam!

@eduardobarretto1025 3 жыл бұрын

It's really great to know that this Mola Structural Kit was develop by a Brazillian Architect. It helps students to understand how does the structure behavior and turns the design thinking more easier.

@MatPicardal 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, students studying these concepts for the first time is sometimes difficult, but seeing it and playing with it is another level.

@TonyTruss 2 жыл бұрын

I have 12 kits on the way of the Mola2; I cannot wait to try these with my students !

@mariomandujano7116 4 жыл бұрын

Nice! They are awesome. And the last estructura, genial!

@MatPicardal 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them Mario!

@dmontenegro 4 жыл бұрын

Ooo I think I found a new desk toy! *looks at prices* -_- hello lego my old friend

@MatPicardal 3 жыл бұрын

Lol, not too bad for an educational learning tool to be used at universities and structural engineering firms, but as a toy, yes, an expensive toy :)

@LieveAngel64 2 жыл бұрын

This is so cool!! My school is giving me this set to use at my thesis defence presentation. This video made me even more excited to use it!!!

@MatPicardal 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome!

@mariomarcano 3 жыл бұрын

Muy bueno, Mat. Gracias por compartir.

@mahamednurie9594 4 жыл бұрын

Amazing! Big Thanks Mat picardal, you're really inspiring person.

@MatPicardal 3 жыл бұрын

My pleasure, thanks so much for the kind words Mahamed!

@Jabodie 3 жыл бұрын

Very cool. This would make a great Christmas gift for a structural engineering nerd lol

@jotrinidad6610 4 жыл бұрын

Great review! Thank you.

@MatPicardal 3 жыл бұрын

My pleasure Josephine!

@rafiktaleb1504 3 жыл бұрын

Great educational tools...Mola should think about a miniature educational shaking table too to shake those structural models

@rheybreboneria2456 3 жыл бұрын

I hope you upload a tutorial about structural designing a simple residential structure in the near future. Hope you read this!

@fat_joe3604 4 жыл бұрын

Thk mat for that magnificent video

@MatPicardal 3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome! Glad you enjoyed it.

@bdeshiguy 3 жыл бұрын

Can you speak about the process of construction? Additionally it would be great if you discuss about the hierarchy of construction site, for example chain of the different commands. Cheers

@Joseph9401al 3 жыл бұрын

please give a video about maths and physics used in structural engineering in a daily job life. thanks and great work

@rajm2626 2 ай бұрын

very cool!

@shubhamkale3602 4 жыл бұрын

Thank u so much sir for this wonderful conceptual video , God bless u , love u from India

@MatPicardal 3 жыл бұрын

You are most welcome!

@mikemag1072 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for the very informative videos you post! I was wondering what classes master degree students must take to become competitive in structure industry.

@aus2tigran 3 жыл бұрын

I think for that slender column example, even with the rigid joints you put in, one direction is braced yes due to the adjacent braced bay, but the other direction it's acting as a sway frame so technically its unbraced

@MatPicardal 3 жыл бұрын

Agreed. What's cool about the model is that even though it's technically unbraced, you can see/feel that putting a beam there definitely helps prevent column buckling. And in real life, we'd check that the stiffnesses of the columns were actually strong enough to be consider as braced.

@CU96821 3 жыл бұрын

Just got my kit 2 and 3...... I’d love to see more engineering examples 😍

@MatPicardal 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome CU!

@edwardzabala9053 3 жыл бұрын

This is awesome!

@MatPicardal 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@talktoeric 2 жыл бұрын

I'm designing a 4'x5' CNC router table out of 8020 aluminum extrusions. It is overkill when I could have probably just built a wood frame. I am trying to figure out the most efficient way to build a strong frame that could support 200lbs. Since it is aluminum, it will have some flex and I don't want it to deform especially after I paid so much!

@hussainpanahi4810 3 жыл бұрын

Plz make a video about structural vs architectural drawings. 🙏🙏

@victorbrito150 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent!

@MatPicardal 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Victor!

@TV-ws8mf 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir

@yimsopanha4102 3 жыл бұрын

The rods that you use them to do the cross sign between 2 column is called tie rods right?

@smieficuanl730 3 жыл бұрын

¡Amazing!

@tsc7589 3 жыл бұрын

Hope you’re alright. More videos please I miss you so much.

@azurestocke1592 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent video.

@MatPicardal 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it Mohammad!

@nicolasrivera6279 3 жыл бұрын

I like it ! 🔥

@MatPicardal 3 жыл бұрын

Yaaaas!

@lucyjo2331 3 жыл бұрын

Do the springs show whether the member is in tension or compression? I can't tell if it's just the way its set up?

@robTNT12 4 жыл бұрын

Great!

@MatPicardal 3 жыл бұрын

Right!?

@hshhsjhahsvs7728 4 жыл бұрын

MORE BOOK REVIEWS PLEEEEEEASE! Structural analysis and design*

@MatPicardal 3 жыл бұрын

For structural analysis: Fundamentals of Structural Analysis - by Leet and Uang

@juancastano6872 3 жыл бұрын

you make me want to continue my dream of becoming a structural engineer

@MatPicardal 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, best of luck! You got this!

@bdeshiguy 3 жыл бұрын

Do you need powerful computer for running of CAD programmes?

@petevatuloka9182 4 жыл бұрын

Concepts are understood better this way.

@MatPicardal 3 жыл бұрын

Wish I had them when I was a student!

@zaid6142 3 жыл бұрын

Hey mat, Last year the job grow for civil engineers was a around 6%, but this year 2020 its around 2% according to the BLS. Is that due to COVID-19 or something else is going on here 🤷‍♂️

@MantyTob 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Mat. I'll likely end up buying one of these for my office. Which one of the Mola Kits do you recommend? I might be leaning towards kit 2, as it seems to include a little of everything.

@MatPicardal 3 жыл бұрын

I think it depends on what you're into building. Mola 1 is the most basic, but it has longer span members and diaphragm/plates. Mola 2 has fancier moment/splice connections, but smaller span members and diaphragm/plates. Mola 3 is great if you're into bridges and tension members, but doesn't come with diaphragms. If you look at the manuals online, they go more in depth on the parts. I personally would've just gone with Mola 1 since it's the bread and butter and allows me to play with the seismic behavior of the diaphragms.

@bjmarlecha66 3 жыл бұрын

That’s a great product, and I wish I can purchase it and keep it on my office desk to understand some of the engineering concept at a glance, but the pricing is out of my budget. 😔 I hope in future I shall get one. 😊

@MatPicardal 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, they are kind of expensive for students and young professionals, but I think they were originally meant for educators/schools/large companies, but it's great knowing they are available to the public as well, but at a price.

@valterssejans3139 3 жыл бұрын

7:52 Both columns buckle ;)

@lucyjo2331 3 жыл бұрын

I think that's just because he puts some lateral force on the joint rather than a pure axial load? He technically didn't say it wouldn't buckle under lateral loading (ie wind or seismic loading) so fair enough Mat :')

@fdggfgdfgd251 3 жыл бұрын

Genius

@MatPicardal 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@riya11957 3 жыл бұрын

Hi sir, huge fan of urs...i m civil engineer from india and i've been working in planning profile for the last 3 years. Actually i always wanted to work as a structural engineer in the companies like wsp, aecom , atkins etc but my grades were not that good..nd neither did these companies visited our college campus. Sir , could u plz guide me which softwares should i learn to get into designing profile or should i get a masters degree in structural engineering???

@isubscribeeveryonebackwhos2331 4 жыл бұрын

*Mat Picardal* I looking for your next video

@MatPicardal 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@seratsediqi6007 3 жыл бұрын

Bay Mat I was wondering how much does a civil engineer makes after taxes. I know it’s different for everybody but could you give me an hint 🤔

@iwillnotcomply007 3 жыл бұрын

Depends on a lot of things. New grad vs someone who has a lot of experience or their PE, could be 50k vs 120k. Also depends on location and project type.

@Ryan-vf3ok 3 жыл бұрын

Quick question for anyone. When do u recommend a structural engineer student to get an internship?

@a1k 3 жыл бұрын

After the 3rd semester and beyond

@darralnolan5792 3 жыл бұрын

Before you start

@ArtsFracture1.0 3 жыл бұрын

Is necesary to know much construction for being structural engineer?

@MatPicardal 3 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately, no, but it really should be.

@benjaminburns4412 3 жыл бұрын

I guess this is more for schools to purchase for learning tools

@nature-vibe7900 3 жыл бұрын

How to invent in this field tell some tips ❤️ love from india🙏

@escrowfreelancer5613 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mat! We need some frequency please. Took forever to have this video

@MatPicardal 3 жыл бұрын

I'd love to, but I'm focusing on studying for my S.E. license in October. Will try to keep everyone updated, just don't have the time right now to upload as much as I'd want to.

@escrowfreelancer5613 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Intriguing channel for aspiring structural engineers

@everythingconstruction5012 3 жыл бұрын

Hello Sir Mat. Is there reciprocity process for Engineers here in the Philippines migrating there on US?

@everythingconstruction5012 3 жыл бұрын

Are you a half Filipino?

@mohammedlasmi1304 3 жыл бұрын

Please. From where we can get this modular pieces

@MatPicardal 3 жыл бұрын

Check the description links, I link to their website and the discount code.

@GabrielSantos-kk7nt 3 жыл бұрын

Is there a lot of demand in civil engineering? Is it worth studying civil engineering? I like the profession but I don't know if it has a great future.

@mrjukes9234 3 жыл бұрын

There's demand for construction management imho. Working for a general contractor, you get to see the engineering in action if your in the field. There, you could witness the assembling steel structures (moment/bolted connections, steel shapes, etc.), placement of slabs/walls/rebar/anchor bolts, soil preperation, etc. You may be able to be involved with some layout/field measuring (ie. surveying). You may get to be involved with crane plans and heavy lifts. If your working with buildings, and depending on they company, you will likely have to work with non-civil stuff as well like carpet/paint/cabinets, mep, fire protection etc. All that to say you can work for a construction company rather than a design firm and maintain an appreciation for civil engineering even if you arent designing on paper per say.

@nylymeng2316 3 жыл бұрын

Hi sir. Do you have any recommend book for deep excavation ? Thank for your share !!!

@MatPicardal 3 жыл бұрын

Sorry, I don't have one off the top of my head, not really my specialty.

@nylymeng2316 3 жыл бұрын

Mat Picardal ohhh thank you brother for reply !!!!

@knightshade9118 3 жыл бұрын

What happens to a structural engineer when a building that they signed collapses??

@larsen4078 3 жыл бұрын

Co-asking

@roselv.babalcon8720 3 жыл бұрын

Blood Ravens as long as they follow the prescribed codes in that country. And prevent brittle collapse, your safe.

@MatPicardal 3 жыл бұрын

In general, if it collapses when it's not suppose to, then you will most likely lose your engineering license and get sued.

@knightshade9118 3 жыл бұрын

i want to be a civil engineer in the future, but that stuff scares me a bit......

@larsen4078 3 жыл бұрын

@@knightshade9118 It's a fun field

@dreiplmnc4124 3 жыл бұрын

Meron po ba kayong idea sa planning engineer or do u have any idea in planning engineer. I'm student at ph and my grades Ave is not compatible in stem strand and ang pwede lang sakin ay mechanical and industrial that industrial have Planning engr so I'm curious in that. I want to become civil engineer too. Please answer thx po.

@fratstorculas9326 3 жыл бұрын

Hello Sir. May I ask if you are willing to be interview about issues or problems in Civil Engineering Field. I hope you will notice me.

@lautaro8019 3 жыл бұрын

If I get an MBA and a Civil Engineering Degree, will I have a better salary?

@joe04171962 3 жыл бұрын

where can I buy that...

@MatPicardal 3 жыл бұрын

You can check the description for the website and discount code.

@nanjatartol7375 3 жыл бұрын

I wish I have money to buy this mola sturctural kit

@saurabhshelar4666 3 жыл бұрын

Would this be available in India?

@MatPicardal 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, they ship international.

@saurabhshelar4666 3 жыл бұрын

@@MatPicardal alright!

@ryang54712 3 жыл бұрын

It’s like adult Legos

@aishwarygohil 3 жыл бұрын

Hey why do you stopped making videos again..🙄 No new innovations in structure 🙄

@bdeshiguy 3 жыл бұрын

Have you ever thought to start own company?

@durbabsroom5633 3 жыл бұрын

I am an asian, can they deliver here?

@MatPicardal 3 жыл бұрын

They should be able to on their website they've delivered to over 60 counties including Asia.

@durbabsroom5633 3 жыл бұрын

@@MatPicardal thank you

@esabahtiar9927 3 жыл бұрын

Please making bahasa.

@cleonholness1528 3 жыл бұрын

I.want to be a civil.engeneer

@MatPicardal 3 жыл бұрын

You can do it!

@cleonholness1528 3 жыл бұрын

@@MatPicardal thanks i will trh my best

@garrettgreen9667 3 жыл бұрын

Major gimmick

@ailenei88 Жыл бұрын

Thumbs down. I'm sorry but you are "reviewing" a product that you are being sponsored by.