Roller coaster technology

Leonard, Wenona (2012) Roller coaster technology. Research World, Delhi, India. ISBN 978-81-323-3100-1

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Abstract

The roller coaster is a popular amusement ride developed for amusement parks and modern theme parks. LaMarcus Adna Thompson patented the first coasters on January 20, 1885. In essence a specialized railroad system, a roller coaster consists of a track that rises in designed patterns, sometimes with one or more inversions (such as vertical loops) that turn the rider briefly upside down. The track does not necessarily have to be a complete circuit, as shuttle roller coasters exhibit. Most roller coasters have multiple cars in which passengers sit and are restrained. Two or more cars hooked together are called a train. Some roller coasters, notably Wild Mouse roller coasters, run with single cars.

Item Type: Book
Subjects: T Technology > TJ Mechanical engineering and machinery
Divisions: Electronic Books
Depositing User: Practical Student 02
Date Deposited: 24 Feb 2022 05:23
Last Modified: 29 May 2022 08:04
URI: http://odlsystem2.utm.my/id/eprint/2877

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