Dane Posted May 17, 2005 Share Posted May 17, 2005 Here is the latest press release from the park... TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS MANUFACTURER – Premier Rides Inc. TOTAL STUNT TRACK ELEVATION CHANGE 53.3 feet HEIGHT FROM GROUND – 36 feet TRACK LENGTH – 1,960 feet OVERALL DIMENSIONS – 56,000 feet squared SPEED – 40 miles per hour MAXIMUM DEGREE OF BANKED TURNS – 88 degrees RIDERSHIP – 3 trains of 3 cars each, with 4 riders per car CAPACITY – 1,000 riders per hour approximately RIDE LENGTH – Over 2 minutes HEIGHT REQUIREMENT – 48 inches (4 feet) PROPULSION The ITALIAN JOB: STUNT TRACK is a multiple LIM (Linear Induction Motor) launch circuit coaster. Trains are propelled in the station with Drive Tires and in the Launch and Boost Zones by Linear Induction Motors. Drive Tires are propulsion units that are used when train movement and braking or holding is needed in low speed. All Drive Tires are capable of forward and reversing motion. Linear Induction Motors are propulsion units that are used where either high thrust or high speed propulsion is needed. Propulsion is achieved when currents are produced by the interaction of an electromagnetic field generated by the LIM and an aluminum reaction plate on the cars (fin). The currents produced by this interaction create a magnetic field that opposes the original magnetic field, thereby producing a force vector between the LIM and the fin. This force vector provides thrust to move the train. The train will enter multiple Boost Zones throughout the ride, where the train will be propelled by a LIM jump. All wheels (hub, guide, road and upstop) were specifically selected for the rapid acceleration of the train. MINI COOPER S DESIGN TREATMENT Each ride vehicle, or car is designed to be true to the BMW MINI design. The exterior fiberglass for each is themed as a 75% scale MINI Cooper S, approved by BMW. SPECIAL EFFECTS Subwoofers and tactile transducers are coupled to each seat for an enhanced, audio experience. Transducers are responsible for creating the subway stair sequence. Audio special effects mimic revving engines, the chirping and squealing of tires, as well as atmospheric noises, such as sirens and explosions. The audio features are activated by magnets, which the on-board inductive sensors respond to at various points in the ride experience. Each car also has on-board audio with sound from full-range, dashboard speakers, plus mock instrumentation. Each car will also feature a power slide effect, simulating over steering, or fishtailing through turns, which will intensify track curves and driving sequences. THE SEQUENCES The experience begins when the gates open and the MINI cars come to life with the sound of engines revving. The headlights come on and the cars are launched into an ascending parking garage, with 3-360 degree side winding revolutions. From the parking garage, the cars accelerate towards street level where they encounter three LAPD police cars. The cars swerve to avoid a head on collision. The sound of sirens and squealing tires fill the air. Racing through the streets of LA, the cars dodge traffic, hit high bank curves and are hurled straight up and straight down. A straightaway opens up and the cars make a quick leap into the entrance of the subway. They barrel down the stairs. Riders will feel the sensation of hitting each step as though it was tires on the treads of stairs. The cars then enter what appears to be a dead end. Inside a warehouse, there is refinery equipment, tanks, pipes and an old fueling station with gas pumps and scatter equipment. Suddenly, a full scale helicopter pops above the warehouse platform and moves towards the cars. The intense sound effects and wind generated from the rotating blades blow across the platform. A gun mounted below the helicopter begins to fire shots that ring out and puncture some the refinery equipment. More shots ricochet and cause small explosions. When some of fire hits the barrels, they explode and water pours out on to the platform and the riders. Then, more fire hits the base of the one of the gas pumps and a fire burns across the platform. A huge explosion then envelops the pumps. More hits and water explosions continue before a shot ruptures a large storage tank. A huge rumble turns into a massive explosion as the tank explodes into a fireball. The train accelerates out of the warehouse into a dark subway tunnel. Sweeping side to side, the train dives downwards and upwards through a series of surf curves. With a sudden burst of acceleration, the cars crash through a billboard sign and swoop below a bridge into an aqueduct splash down water feature that creates a large blast of spray. RIDE SOPHISTICATION The sophistication of this experience lies in the seamless integration of movie staging and special effects with coaster thrills. POWER ANALOGY The ITALIAN JOB: STUNT TRACK has equivalent power to1,500 horsepower. BRAKES The ITALIAN JOB: STUNT TRACK has two types of brake systems: Pneumatic Mechanical Squeeze Brakes and Magnetic Brakes. The mechanical brakes function similar to a disc brake on an automobile, except that they are linear. Magnetic brakes are high strength, rare earth magnets. The application of a fundamental magnetic theory is very similar to the LIM electromagnetic theory, but it works in reverse. The faster the movement, the higher the resistive force. RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Each bucket-style seat on the ITALIAN JOB: STUNT TRACK uses highly redundant, individual, inverse “U†shaped, mechanical lap-bars, with integrated shin pads and a padded handhold. Ergonomics have been strictly calculated to ensure maximum comfort and safety. DESIGN & CONTRUCTION A team of over 100 highly trained and talented individuals, from diverse fields, partnered on the design and construction of ITALIAN JOB: STUNT TRACK. Planning took over a year and construction began in the fall of 2004. Some of the talented and trained professionals included engineers, steel workers, steel erection specialists, electricians, mechanical specialists, control systems specialists, excavation and grading experts, scenic painters, audio engineers, pneumatic specialists, flame / fire specialist, representatives from the ride manufacturer and representatives from Wonderland’s veteran Maintenance and Construction team. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordon Bombay Posted May 17, 2005 Share Posted May 17, 2005 Kings Island put in a winner this year, thanks Dane! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoastersRZ Posted May 17, 2005 Share Posted May 17, 2005 The thing I found odd, is that in Wonderland`s fact sheet for the ride, they listed the track length as 2,000 feet compared to the 1,960 feet listed in PKI`s. Not a big difference. Also, I wonder what the Wonderland Maintenance and Construction team assisted PKI with, seeing as how they have their own Maintenance and Construction division. Probably collaborating on tips with the install as it was going up at Wonderland. When I rode the ride a couple of weeks ago, there was an employee from Premier standing next to the drivers booth. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
holeinone888221 Posted May 18, 2005 Share Posted May 18, 2005 It sure doesn't seem like over 2 minutes... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordon Bombay Posted May 18, 2005 Share Posted May 18, 2005 It sure doesn't seem like over 2 minutes... Thats because your having too much fun to notice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jasper Posted May 18, 2005 Share Posted May 18, 2005 Jeez i want to ride it even more now!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarketingExpress Posted May 18, 2005 Share Posted May 18, 2005 It sure doesn't seem like over 2 minutes... Maybe they are factoring in Loading and unloading times in that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
holeinone888221 Posted May 18, 2005 Share Posted May 18, 2005 It sure seems like 45 seconds to 1 minute. It is a nice ride no matter what, but my main critique is definitely ride time. Beggers can't be choosers and I have been begging for a coaster for a long time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazypkikid2005 Posted May 18, 2005 Share Posted May 18, 2005 I agree the ride is short but its fun will it last and it is a coaster and a unique one at that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alien Seed Posted May 18, 2005 Share Posted May 18, 2005 With the new extended time spent in the chopper scene, the ride, at most, lasts 1 min. 20 seconds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarketingExpress Posted May 20, 2005 Share Posted May 20, 2005 With the new extended time spent in the chopper scene, the ride, at most, lasts 1 min. 20 seconds. What are you talking about? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flightoffear1996 Posted May 20, 2005 Share Posted May 20, 2005 I agree the ride is short but its fun will it last and it is a coaster and a unique one at that How would it last when the themeing gets run down PKI has been know to let there theming get run down. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SOB_TOM Posted May 21, 2005 Share Posted May 21, 2005 Thats when you, and you alone, shouldnt ride it anymore. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordon Bombay Posted May 21, 2005 Share Posted May 21, 2005 Id rather have a new coaster than some cars and I'd rather have a Happy Days sign than the flying eagles. I was at the park yesterday and I Noticed that the 3rd train is on! Anyone ride this weekend and see/feel is the bumbing of the seats was on? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PKI Dude Posted May 21, 2005 Share Posted May 21, 2005 Went yesterday, the bumping of the seats were not on, but the tire squealing was, and it sounded horrible Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jasper Posted May 21, 2005 Share Posted May 21, 2005 Hopefully this will be different and they will do good upkeep of the theming. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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