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Throughout the course of the project... you brought your many years of experience and added a great deal of insight into the Design-Build process."

Sandy Kwan
Project Manager, PCL Constructors Westcoast Inc.

G3 RoboCoaster System

 

The third generation (G3) of RoboCoaster technology, aptly referred to as the Hybrid Coaster, demonstrates the fusion of two technologies to create a truly spectacular engineered ride.

The G3 RoboCoaster is a ride solution like no other, delivering a completely unique capability in terms of ride dynamics. Two twin-axis robot units are engineered into a car, with up to four cars forming a train. The trains load in a station and then are either self-propelled or gravity-powered depending on the specialty track design. The multi-dimensional scope for movement is unique, and when twinned with the effects of forward travel it becomes the world’s first fully-programmable and adjustable coaster experience.

The combination of coaster and robot mobility are carefully matched for the best sensory effects and motion dynamics. Each programmable robotic motion base is configured to deliver smooth action in both the rotational and elevation planes relative to the track. The effect will give riders unimaginable sensations of moving over and around the track.

Safety

As with any advanced ride system, fatigue and safety are the key design considerations. Dynamic Structures Ltd. has been recognized as one of the leading engineering firms on the planet for its pioneering work with complex 3D computer-modeling systems. We were recently awarded Autodesk’s prestigious “Inventor of the Year” award, and are working with companies like Autodesk to help develop the next generation design software. Our reputation is based on over 20 years experience developing and building some of the best known attractions in the world.

The entire G3 RoboCoaster is designed statically and dynamically to guarantee ultimate reliability. Inertial forces are carefully calculated, tested and certified to ensure that ride fidelity is uncompromised and adheres to the highest safety standards.

Throughput

The G3 has the added benefit of tangential four-seat abreast loading which speeds up station operations and allows disabled guest accessibility. Solutions range from 300 to over 2,000 guests per hour (THRC).

Wheel Lift

The new G3 “Wheel Lift” option offers an iconic additional ride dynamic and vista to the attraction, further widening the scope for Show Action, interactive elements and improving the overall timing efficiency of the attraction. Using state-of-the-art propulsion to drive the circular outer hub, a giant rotational wheel lifts each train 180 degrees to the coaster launch position. As the train is released at the launch level, another train loads at the base level from the station.

Customized

Best of all, each ride system is customizable! Robot movements can be redesigned and reconfigured to create an entirely new experience without the need for any new construction. This capability provides theme parks a ride that delivers infinite possibilities. As the centre piece for any large themepark, the visual impact of the multi-axis RoboCoasters travelling at speed on specially developed coaster track will be a sight to behold as well as experience.

Anything you can dream… we can build.

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