Coasters 101 An Engineer’s Guide to Roller Coaster Design
Coasters 101: An Engineer’s Guide to Roller Coaster Design by Nick Weisenberger is a comprehensive exploration of roller coaster engineering, published by CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform in 2012. This edition spans 192 pages and is presented in English. The book delves into the intricate blend of engineering and artistry involved in designing roller coasters, highlighting the complex three-dimensional puzzles that these rides represent. It covers various aspects of roller coaster design, including the mathematical formulas and engineering concepts that underpin the creation of thrilling rides while ensuring safety standards are met.
Readers will find a detailed examination of topics such as the history of roller coasters, the differences between wood and steel designs, and the software used by designers. The book also addresses roller coaster physics, project management, and maintenance practices, making it a valuable resource for both enthusiasts and aspiring engineers. With updates in the latest edition, including new content and improved explanations, Coasters 101 provides insights into the latest trends and innovations in the amusement industry, making it a thorough guide for anyone interested in the technical aspects of roller coaster design.
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***NEW EDITION RELEASED OCTOBER 2022!***
Have you ever wondered what it takes to design and build a roller coaster? At last, there’s a book that shows you. A mix of engineering and art, roller coasters are complex three-dimensional puzzles consisting of thousands of individual parts. Designers spend countless hours creating and tweaking ride paths to push the envelope of exhilaration, all while maintaining the highest safety standards. Coasters 101: An Engineering Guide to Roller Coaster Design examines the numerous diverse aspects of roller coaster engineering, including some of the mathematical formulas and engineering concepts used.
A few of the many topics covered include:
- Roller coaster history
- Defining wood versus steel roller coasters
- What software roller coaster designers use
- Roller coaster physics and formulas
- Project management and construction
- Wheel design and material selection
- Track fabrication techniques
- Daily inspections and preventive maintenance
- Amusement industry safety standards
- Career advice to help you become a roller coaster engineer
- And much more!
This technical guide is the most detailed roller coaster design book to date and will take you through the entire process, from concept to creation. A must read for every enthusiast and aspiring roller coaster engineer!
New 5th Edition Updates
- A roller coaster on a cruise ship?! How the SPIKE coaster works
- Four times a roller coaster saved a life
- How Universal’s Donkey Kong coasters will appear to jump the tracks
- Why are roller coasters removed?
- 60 pages of new content and improved explanations
- More images and diagrams!
There are three versions of Coasters 101:
- Kindle: color pictures, automatic updates when a new edition is released
- Paperback: black and white images to keep costs down
- Hardcover: full color images
Nick Weisenberger is the author of several travel and theme park related books including The 50 Most Unique Roller Coasters Ever Built and Steam Trains and Monorails: The Best of America’s Theme Parks. Catch him on the Coaster101 Podcast.
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