Amusement
Park Physics -- Roller Coaster
The conversion of potential energy to kinetic energy is what
drives the roller coaster, and all of the kinetic energy you
need for the ride is present once the coaster descends the first
hill.
History
of Roller Coasters
From its beginnings as a modified ice slide with wheels, to the
looping wonders powered by high voltage electro magnets, roller
coasters have had a very colorful history.
Paramount's
Great America
Information about the coasters from portal site Coaster Buzz.
Roller
Coaster and Amusement Park History
Welcome to the Ultimate Rollercoaster, an extensive web site
covering the topics of roller coasters, theme parks and
thrill rides.
Roller
Coaster Rollback
This is Dave Althoff, Jr.'s database of roller coaster historical
trivia. Select a month, and you'll get a long list of what happened
that month throughout the history of roller coasters.
Santa
Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Photos of the coasters from Coaster Buzz.
Six
Flags Marine World
Updates of new rides and history of older ones.
See also:
Intercity Trains
Kiddie Train Rides
Railroad History
Train Rides
