Rollercoaster design - for iPod/iPhone

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Why is a rollercoaster so exciting and terrifying, yet safe? Modern rollercoasters such as ‘Nemesis’ are engineered very precisely to create an exciting experience for thrill-seekers. This short album visits Alton Towers theme park in England, and explores the part that mathematicians play in roller…

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  • Mar 25, 2010 LATEST EPISODE
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Rollercoaster design

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2010 0:50


A short introduction to this album.

Transcript -- Rollercoaster design

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2010


Transcript -- A short introduction to this album.

The design of Nemesis

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2009 2:11


How a modern rollercoaster is designed for maximum thrills.

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Transcript -- The design of Nemesis

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2009


Transcript -- How a modern rollercoaster is designed for maximum thrills.

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Calculated thrills

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2009 3:31


How the complex forces in a rollercoaster design are calculated with precision by its designers, using a mathematical model.

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Transcript -- Calculated thrills

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2009


Transcript -- How the complex forces in a rollercoaster design are calculated with precision by its designers, using a mathematical model.

acceleration designers forces mathematics passengers nemesis rollercoaster amusement rides transcript how geometric vertical loops helixes speed.

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