Nautilus Sit Down Similar Coasters
Total Page：16
File Type：pdf, Size：1020Kb
Nautilus Sit down Similar coasters Inversions Incredible Hulk at Universal Studios Island of Adventures(1999) Bolliger & Mabillard Type: steel, sit-down Height: 110 ft Length: 3,700 ft Speed: 67 mph Inversions: ○ Zero G Roll ○ Cobra Roll ○ Loop ○ Corkscrew ○ Loop ○ Corkscrew POV:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsjdYQJc748 http://rcdb.com/557.htm Sequencing: AB The Incredible Hulk launches you into a frenzy of inversions quickly followed by a section focused more on lateral motion(helixes, banked turns). The launch and subsequent zero g roll provides a quick thrill to begin the rollercoaster on a high note. The inclusion of subterranean trenches adds excitement to the ride by having the rider be as close to the ground as you can get. Furthermore, the illuminated tunnel with sound allows for the inclusion of other senses such as sight and hearing. We took the launching mechanisms from the Incredible Hulk as inspiration for Nautilus’ launch, as well as ideas from the supports when the coaster is over water. Theming Manta at SeaWorld Orlando (2009) Bolliger & Mabillard Type: steel, flying Height: 140 ft Length: 3,359 ft Speed: 67 mph Inversions: ○ Pretzel Loop ○ In-Line Twist ○ Corkscrew ○ In-Line Twist POV: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pXHE4wok8Pk http://rcdb.com/4190.htm Sequencing: ABC Manta at SeaWorld sends you off into a plethora of twists and turns for the first section of the ride followed by a close to the ground section where the man made natural aspects are employed. These natural aspects include a small pond where the rider experiences skimming the water quickly followed by rushing close to a waterfall. The effects used when “skimming” the water allow the rider to feel like they are that much closer to the water than they really are, thus increasing the trill of the ride. The theming on this ride will be similar to that on Nautilus, largely focused on the the proximity to water. Specifically the water effects when diving by the water. The overall theming of the cars and the waiting line of Manta will also assimilate those of Nautilus. Surf Coaster at Sea Paradise(unknown) Togo Type: steel, sit-down Height: 144.3 ft Length: 4,169.9 ft Speed: 46.6 mph Inversions: 0 POV: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t2Oo0R0R0-A http://rcdb.com/1258.htm Sequencing: ABABA Surf Coaster at Sea Paradise in Yokohama, Japan makes the most of its geographic location by extending over 250 feet into Tokyo Bay. While its design is conservative, containing no inversions or intense drops, it uses helixes and hills to make the ride exciting. The ride divides itself into multiple portions consisting of a section of hills followed by a section of helixes multiple times. The surf coaster has multiple areas where the trains are just coasting with no forces being exerted on them, almost making it boring for certain sections. Nautilus will take ideas from how the Surf Coaster is supported while over the water and improve them to provide a clean view of the aquarium while flying over the water. Anaconda at Kings Dominion(1991) Manufacturer: Arrow Dynamics Type: steel, sit-down Height: 128 ft Length: 2,700 ft Speed: 50 mph Inversions: ○ loop ○ sidewinder ○ double corkscrew POV: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UxvN-rnDvfo http://rcdb.com/92.htm Sequencing: AB Anaconda at Kings Dominion begins the ride with large elements: a 144 ft drop into an underwater tunnel and a vertical loop immediately followed by a sidewinder element. Following this first section are smaller elements including banked turns, helical elements and corkscrews. Most of the ride is held above a body of water allowing the coaster to have a drop larger than its height. Anaconda’s underwater tunnel and over water supports are similar to those used for Nautilus. An obvious contrast is that Nautilus’ tunnels are clear and allow you to embrace the aquatic life around you. The loop directly after Anaconda’s tunnel can also be seen on Nautilus, when exiting its underwater portion. Vanish at Yokohama Cosmo World(1991) Manufacturer: Senyo Kogyo Co., Ltd. Type: steel, sit-down Height: 115 ft Length: 2,441.5 ft Speed: 50 mph Inversions: 0 POV: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FrBup2yOGtU http://rcdb.com/1290.htm Sequencing: AB Vanish at Yokohama Cosmo World starts the rider off with some hills and a one of a kind dive into a tunnel inside a pool. Following the initial section the ride begins to throw some helical elements at the riders. The ride is short and all of its intensity comes from the underwater tunnel and the double helix. The idea of diving into an underwater tunnel with water effects was adapted from this rollercoaster to make an even more unforgettable Nautilus. Marineland Park History: Founder: John Holer (Ivan Holerjem) of Maribor, Slovenia Year: June 1961 Attractions: Sea Creatures: originally just two tanks, underwater windows, two girls and 3 sea lions, 1964, added game animals and changed the name to Marineland and Game Farm (2) Now have over 700 animals including killer and beluga whales, walrus, sea lions, black bears, elk, deer (3) Currently has two roller coasters, Dragon Mountain and the ever-so intense Lady Bug Coaster as well as other theme park rides. Events: ○ 1963: Jeff the Sea Lion escaped and was found on the beach on Lake Ontario, it presumably went over the falls ○ 2004: John had a dispute with the trailer park fellows. He wanted their land so he sent them eviction notices, but was then told that he couldn’t do that, so he drove disruptively drove through their neighborhood but then was told he couldn’t do that either ○ A bear escaped for several days, also, 4 bears mauled another bear to death in front of visitors Marineland: is not a part of a chain, member of Canada’s Accredited Zoo’s and Aquariums Roller Coasters: ● Coaster: Dragon Mountain Year: 1983 Manufacturer: Arrow Dynamics Height: 186 ft Inversions: 4 Type: Steel, Sit-Down http://rcdb.com/185.htm ● Coaster: Lady Bug Coaster Year: 1979 Manufacturer: Ing.-Burp Stengel GmbH Height: 10.8 ft Inversions: 0 Type: Steel, Sit-Down http://rcdb.com/192.htm Park Analysis: Currently, Marineland possesses two roller coasters. One is an INSANE kiddie ride known as the Lady Bug Coaster that reaches a whopping ten feet off the ground as it travels in a circle and while the other is an old Arrow Dynamics ride known as Dragon Mountain. Although the park offers numerous attractions such as aquatic shows and camping, it lacks variety in the amusement park section of Marineland. Thus, a new and exciting aquatic themed roller coaster would be a perfect addition. Inversions and Critique A tire propelled launch into a zero gravity roll and a 102 feet drop is followed by a vertical loop immediately followed by a sidewinder element that leads into a cobra roll. After turning around, a section of banked turns takes you into a dive loop into the aquarium and an immelmann to exit the aquarium. This leads to a 540 helix and finally a set of bunny hills into a break-run leading through the inside of the aquarium. This ride has several strong points as well as drawbacks. Nautilus makes use of many different types of inversions so that the excitement remains high, and the inclusion of the tank makes for interesting scenery. Towards the end of the ride, the cars dive into the aquarium and eventually slow down with a brake-run through the tank again. With the most enthralling part of the ride located in the same tank, the coaster slows down as it travels through the aquarium providing an interesting atmosphere as riders near the exit. However, there are a few weak points. The scenery for the rest of the ride is not as well integrated with the ride. The man-made tank is located in a flat field so that the tank is the most exciting part, though a few trees will be planted near the ride in an attempt to alleviate this. Another weak point is that there are not many turns despite there being many inversions. This means that the ride (which has an overall layout of a bent loop) becomes a little predictable because the riders can also see what is ahead. Design Works Cited (1)http://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2011/10/02/the_man_behind_marineland_50_years_of_co ntroversy.html (2) http://news.google.com/newspapers?id=wkU_AAAAIBAJ&sjid=G1IMAAAAIBAJ&pg=4543,616 7411&dq=niagara+marine-wonderland&hl=en (3) http://www.marinelandcanada.com/education/index/ (4) http://www.marinelandcanada.com/general/general_information/ .