In accordance with one embodiment, a system includes a dual-track loop including a first track loop and a second track loop, a single-track loop spaced apart from the dual-track loop, and a cross-track extending between the dual-track loop and the single-track loop. The system also includes a platform disposed on the cross-track. The platform is configured to translate between a position aligned with the first track loop and the second track loop of the dual-track loop and a position aligned with a first portion and a second portion of the single-track loop. The system further includes a turntable coupled to the platform and configured to rotate a ride vehicle positioned on the turntable and to change an orientation of the ride vehicle relative to a fixed portion of the platform.

A ride system includes a tunnel, a vehicle ride path, a ride vehicle, and a projection system. The tunnel includes a first end and a second end and is curved between the first and second ends. The vehicle ride path extends within the tunnel from an entrance at the first end of the tunnel to an intermediate position within the tunnel. The second end of the tunnel is not visible from the intermediate position. The ride vehicle travels along the vehicle ride path and decelerates as the ride vehicle approaches the intermediate position. The projection system projects images onto one or more walls of the tunnel, such that the images are synchronized with the deceleration of the ride vehicle and a perceived speed of the ride vehicle, as perceived by a guest in the ride vehicle, exceeds an actual speed of the ride vehicle.

A ride system includes a tunnel, a vehicle ride path, a ride vehicle, and a projection system. The tunnel includes a first end and a second end and is curved between the first and second ends. The vehicle ride path extends within the tunnel from an entrance at the first end of the tunnel to an intermediate position within the tunnel. The second end of the tunnel is not visible from the intermediate position. The ride vehicle travels along the vehicle ride path and decelerates as the ride vehicle approaches the intermediate position. The projection system projects images onto one or more walls of the tunnel, such that the images are synchronized with the deceleration of the ride vehicle and a perceived speed of the ride vehicle, as perceived by a guest in the ride vehicle, exceeds an actual speed of the ride vehicle.

Provided herein is a conveyor ride system that includes a conveyor structure having a plurality of conveyor beams and a plurality of conveyor grooves. The plurality of conveyor beams and the plurality of conveyor grooves are configured to direct a ride vehicle along a surface of the conveyor structure. The surface of the conveyor structure defines at least a portion of a ride path of the conveyor ride system.

Provided herein is a conveyor ride system that includes a conveyor structure having a plurality of conveyor beams and a plurality of conveyor grooves. The plurality of conveyor beams and the plurality of conveyor grooves are configured to direct a ride vehicle along a surface of the conveyor structure. The surface of the conveyor structure defines at least a portion of a ride path of the conveyor ride system.

A multi-dimensional theatre based on a mechanical arm type roller coaster comprises a track, a track traffic control system, static scenes and dynamic scenes arranged based on a travelling path of the track and various special effect devices coordinated with a plot, and a plurality of mechanical arm type riding devices travelling on the track. The top of both wings of the track is combined with a wheel train of the riding devices, wherein the travel of the riding devices is controlled by the track traffic control system. Multiple groups of friction wheels driven by respective electric motors are mounted in parallel on the main body of the track. The electric motors are fixedly mounted within the main body via multiple groups of corresponding adjustable brackets. The riding devices comprises a roller coaster chassis and a mechanical arm, wherein a seat is mounted at an end of the arm.

A multi-dimensional theatre based on a mechanical arm type roller coaster comprises a track, a track traffic control system, static scenes and dynamic scenes arranged based on a travelling path of the track and various special effect devices coordinated with a plot, and a plurality of mechanical arm type riding devices travelling on the track. The top of both wings of the track is combined with a wheel train of the riding devices, wherein the travel of the riding devices is controlled by the track traffic control system. Multiple groups of friction wheels driven by respective electric motors are mounted in parallel on the main body of the track. The electric motors are fixedly mounted within the main body via multiple groups of corresponding adjustable brackets. The riding devices comprises a roller coaster chassis and a mechanical arm, wherein a seat is mounted at an end of the arm.

A vehicle connection system in accordance with present embodiments includes a first connection mechanism having a shaft with a first portion coupled to a second portion by a hinged joint. A locking element extends from the second portion. Guides extend on opposing sides of the second portion such that a channel is formed between the guides and the guides block movement of the second portion about the hinged joint outside of the channel. The guides are positioned between the locking element and the hinged joint along the shaft. A second connection mechanism is configured to couple with the first connection mechanism and includes a locking box configured to receive the locking element via an aperture in the locking box and configured such that rotation of the locking element while in the locking box via rotation of the shaft interlocks the locking element with the lock box.

The invention relates to a secondary bar securing device (3) of a safety bar (4) of an amusement ride, comprising: a primary securing device which keeps the safety bar (4) in an angular position that is adapted to the anatomy of the passenger during travel of the amusement ride, at least one first blocking element (21) and at least one second blocking element (22), wherein the at least one first blocking element (21) and the at least one second blocking element (22) are arranged at a distance (25) to each other, wherein, in the event of a malfunction of the primary securing device, the safety bar (4) can be moved in a tolerance opening angle, wherein the tolerance opening angle correlates to the distance (25) between the at least one first and the at least one second blocking element (21, 22), and, wherein, if the tolerance opening angle is exceeded, the at least one first blocking element (21) and the at least one second blocking element (22) block the safety bar (4).

A track for a roller coaster is provided. The track includes a plurality of layers that are each constructed from a plurality of layer segments prefabricated with an automated precision cutting device.