This category is dedicated to the physics involved in the attractions of amusement parks.
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This interactive exhibit explores how the laws of physics play a role in the design of amusement park rides. Activities in the exhibit invite visitors to design a roller coaster and determine the outcomes of bumper car collisions.
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Pictures and descriptions of how roller coasters work and the related principles of physics.
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Learn about the history of roller coasters, g-forces, and banking.
[ Teens/Mature Teens ]
Searchable database with information and statistics on over 1400 roller coasters throughout the world. Includes news, record holders, and user comments.
[ Teens/Mature Teens ]
A short introduction to the physics of roller coasters. Includes conservation of energy, friction, and centripetal acceleration.
[ Teens/Mature Teens ]
Contains historical photographs, biographies, and an animated film which features an interactive virtual tour that explains the physics of motion.
[ Teens/Mature Teens ]
Encyclopedia article contains a description of what it means to be a roller coaster and a short section on coaster mechanics.
[ Teens/Mature Teens ]
This interactive exhibit explores how the laws of physics play a role in the design of amusement park rides. Activities in the exhibit invite visitors to design a roller coaster and determine the outcomes of bumper car collisions.
[ Teens/Mature Teens ]
Contains historical photographs, biographies, and an animated film which features an interactive virtual tour that explains the physics of motion.
[ Teens/Mature Teens ]
Pictures and descriptions of how roller coasters work and the related principles of physics.
[ Teens/Mature Teens ]
Encyclopedia article contains a description of what it means to be a roller coaster and a short section on coaster mechanics.
[ Teens/Mature Teens ]
A short introduction to the physics of roller coasters. Includes conservation of energy, friction, and centripetal acceleration.
[ Teens/Mature Teens ]
Learn about the history of roller coasters, g-forces, and banking.
[ Teens/Mature Teens ]
Searchable database with information and statistics on over 1400 roller coasters throughout the world. Includes news, record holders, and user comments.
