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Twisting and turning on the track.

Twisting and turning on the track.

Authors :
Gannon, Mary C.
Source :
Motion System Design; Jul2007, Vol. 49 Issue 7, p14-21, 8p, 3 Color Photographs, 2 Diagrams
Publication Year :
2007

Abstract

The article offers engineering-related news briefs in the U.S. The $21 million-roller coaster Maverick at the Cedar Point amusement park in Sandusky, Ohio was aimed to be the fastest by using linear synchronous motors (LSMs) to magnetically propel its trains on the track. International Motion Control (IMC) Inc. was acquired by ITT Corp. for $395 million. Phyllis Russell was appointed executive director at Power Transmission Distributors Association (PTDA) Foundation in Chicago, Illinois.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
15371794
Volume :
49
Issue :
7
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Motion System Design
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
25922296