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Coasters 101: An Engineer'S Guide To 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, Theres A Book That Shows You. A Mix Of Engineering And Art, Roller Coasters Are Complex Threedimensional 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 Universals 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 Imagesnick Weisenberger Is The Author Of Several Travel And Theme Park Related Books Including The 50 Most Unique Roller Coasters Ever Built Andsteam Trains And Monorails: The Best Of America'S Theme Parks. Catch Him On The Coaster101 Podcast.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Coasters 101: An Engineer's Guide to Roller Coaster Design'? A: The book primarily focuses on the engineering and design aspects of roller coasters, covering a range of topics from history and physics to project management and safety standards.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Coasters 101' is Nick Weisenberger, who has written several other books related to travel and theme parks.
- Q: What are the different editions available for this book? A: There are three editions available: Kindle, which features color pictures and automatic updates; Paperback, which contains black and white images; and Hardcover, which includes full color images.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains a total of 190 pages.
- Q: What updates are included in the new 5th Edition? A: The 5th Edition includes 60 pages of new content, improved explanations, additional images and diagrams, and discussions on new coaster innovations.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in roller coaster design? A: Yes, 'Coasters 101' is designed for both enthusiasts and aspiring engineers, making it accessible for beginners while still being detailed for those with more experience.
- Q: What topics related to roller coaster engineering are covered? A: Topics include roller coaster history, types of coasters, software used in design, physics and formulas, track fabrication techniques, and safety standards.
- Q: When was 'Coasters 101' first published? A: The book was first published on January 7, 2012.
- Q: Can you provide insights into career advice mentioned in the book? A: The book offers career advice specifically tailored for those looking to become roller coaster engineers, discussing necessary skills and potential career paths.
- Q: What makes this book a comprehensive guide to roller coaster design? A: Its detailed exploration of engineering principles, combined with real-world applications and a thorough examination of the entire design process from concept to creation, contributes to its comprehensiveness.