The suspension method theorizes that a suspended egg has a better chance of surviving the impact of a fall because the egg will not have to endure the shock of hitting the ground. An example would be to take a nylon stocking and tie the egg in the stocking, then attach the stocking within a box or container. Drop the box; the egg is suspended within the box, which should help protect the egg.
The absorption method theorizes that a protective layer surrounding the egg will absorb the impact, thereby protecting the egg from breaking. An example would be to take a box and fill it with tissue paper or another soft material and then put the egg in the center of the box. Placing the egg inside a large pillow could also work to absorb the impact of the fall.
The idea behind deceleration is to slow the egg down so that it hits the ground at a much lower speed. Creating a parachute out of a plastic bags would be an example of deceleration. Attaching wings or other flaps to catch the air could also slow the egg down.
The theory behind this method is that by softening the shell of the egg, the egg will not shatter upon impact. Soak a raw egg in a solution of vinegar and water in a jar for two days to soften the shell of the egg. Remove the egg from the jar and see if the egg can survive a fall from greater heights now that the shell is soft.