Welcome to another session of Coasters101! Today, we’re going to continue looking at some of the math and engineering that goes into designing a roller coaster. Earlier, we looked at some physics calculations in regard to the lift hill and...
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Legoland Florida Update and Interview
One of the most exciting new projects for 2011 is the transformation of the former Cypress Gardens amusement park into Legoland Florida. Jackie Wallace, media relations representative for the park, was nice enough to share some new information with us....
Continue reading...Christmas Events: Busch Gardens Christmas Town
We continue our series of Christmas-in-the-park events with Busch Gardens Williamsburg’s very successful Christmas Town event. Busch Gardens describes the event well: “Get ready for evenings filled with warm holiday memories when Christmas Town: A Busch Gardens Celebration opens Friday....
Continue reading...Christmas Events: Six Flags Holiday in the Park
The Christmas season is upon us and now is a great time to visit your local park (if it is open) to check out the seasonal Christmas-in-the-park events. These events are usually found at parks with mild winters, but some colder...
Continue reading...Holiday Gift Ideas for Coaster Enthusiasts
The holiday season is upon us! It’s time to start thinking about what’s on your shopping list. If you are shopping for a theme park nut or coaster nerd here are a few ideas: Here’s probably the best bang for...
Continue reading...Phil “The Ride Guru” Bloom Interview
Coaster101 recently had the opportunity to talk with Phil “The Ride Guru” Bloom. Phil has worked on a variety of projects for many different amusement parks around the globe. His vast experience includes working with creative teams at Disney and...
Continue reading...Coasters-101: Coaster Physics Calculations
Welcome to another session of Coasters101! Have you always wondered what type of calculations and mathematics engineers must do to design a roller coaster? Today, we are going to talk about the physics of roller coasters and run a few...
Continue reading...Cantilevered Coaster Update 11.14.2010
Just a brief update on my computer models of the cantilevered roller coaster system. I have recently constructed a longer track in order to showcase some of the head and side knocker effects the coaster would utilize. The track isn’t...
Continue reading...Busch Gardens Exclusive Interview
Below is our exclusive interview with Jill Revelle, communications manager at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay in Tampa, Florida. We would like to thank Jill for taking the time to talk with us. How does Busch Gardens use social media to...
Continue reading...Photo of the Week: The Great Bear
This week’s photo is of Great Bear at Hersheypark. The ride features a 124 foot drop which follows a unique post-lift hill helix. Click here to submit your own photo for “Photo of the Week.” Photo submitted by Tyler Hopkins
Continue reading...Photo of the Week: Sunset over Manta
I’d like to welcome a new feature to Coaster101: “Photo of the Week” will, obviously, take place every week and will showcase one photo that was submitted by you! The submission process is easy. Click here to submit a photo!...
Continue reading...The Importance of Lock Out Tag Out Procedures
Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) is a practice or procedure used to safeguard employees from unexpected start up of machinery, rides and attractions, or the release of hazardous energy during service or maintenance. OSHA 1910.147 requires that only an authorized...
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