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Reliability of New High Tech Roller Coasters

This study by Topher Schott analyzes the reliability of new high-tech roller coasters. It delves into the potential failures that could occur, including issues with urethane wheels, sensors, magnets, launch tracks, and brake runs. The research emphasizes the importance of understanding failure mechanisms and the implementation of methodologies such as FMECA and Monte Carlo simulations to improve system reliability. It suggests that optimizing maximum speed capabilities significantly enhances roller coaster availability. This analysis is vital for ensuring safe and enjoyable rides for customers.

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Reliability of New High Tech Roller Coasters

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  1. Reliability of New High Tech Roller Coasters By: Topher Schott DSES-6070 HV5 Statistical Methods for Reliability Engineering Spring 2008 Professor Ernesto Gutierrez-Miravete

  2. What could go wrong in a roller coaster? Urethane Wheels Sensors Magnets Launch Track Lift Hill Brake Runs Train Inversion Track

  3. What could go wrong in a roller coaster? Launch Track

  4. Hydraulic Linear Induction Motor Reliability of Launch Tracks “[Many new coasters] rarely open during its first season” “Many of these rides ran reliably once the kinks were worked out…” http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eL2jnfUXWVg

  5. Event Tree Fault Tree Monte Carlo Simulation FMECA Methodologies for Project Assumptions: Wind/Weight/Precipitation Distribution Momentum>435000 ft lb per second Momentum negatively proportional to Wind/Precip Goal; Least “Maximum Speed” required?

  6. Results The greater the maximum speed capabilities, the better availability of the coaster!

  7. How do you make these go faster? What is a failure to the end customer? Complete FMECA used to prevent catastrophe Conclusion

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