WO1984000899A1

WO1984000899A1 - Loop-the-loop roller coaster

Info

Publication number: WO1984000899A1
Application number: PCT/JP1983/000288
Authority: WO
Inventors: Masaaki Okamoto
Original assignee: Meisho Tokushu Sangyo Co Ltd
Priority date: 1982-09-01
Filing date: 1983-08-31
Publication date: 1984-03-15

Abstract

A loop-the-loop roller coaster has a coaster vehicle which reciprocates along a coaster runway consisting of ends (4), (5) and a loop-the-loop unit (3) midway between a first section (1) and the second section (2) of the runway, and returns from the end (5) of the second section (2) and is stopped by a brake unit. The first section (1) and the second section (2) are arranged substantially parallel to each other on the same side of the loop-the-loop unit (3), in a direction different from the radial direction (A) of the loop-the-loop unit (3). The loop-the-loop unit (3) has a first loop (11) and a second loop (12). The second loop (12) is positioned nearer the ends (4), (5) of the runway than the first loop (11) so that the portion of the runway from the first section (1) to the first loop (11) passes through the second loop (12). The brake unit has pairs of rotary tires (55) and disc plates (56) journaled to the shafts of the tires, and an air brake (57) detachably mounts the disc plates (56). A brake shoe (52) provided below the vehicle is contacted under pressure by the tires (55), (55) when it passes between the tires (55) and (55), thereby stopping the vehicle.

Description

Note-Somersault! ) Coaster

TECHNICAL FIELD 1-This invention relates to a coaster for recreation, a coaster with a coaster runway with two ends.

Background art

From the past, somersaults]) For recreational use, where the coaster track has a partly more than one turn in the vertical direction, sometimes called a coaster. Coasters are widely known] 9 and are located in many amusement parks. In these coasters, the coaster runway has both ends, and a countersink is formed almost in the center of the runway. Vehicle power S coaster A countersunk coaster that returns on the runway at one end of the runway is a turning point, as shown in No. 57-3335 of Japan. Everything is almost straight in plan view. Therefore, since the coastal track becomes longer in a straight line, in a small amusement park where the length of the straight line is long enough, the flipping is not possible. -There was a problem that the star could not be installed.

Accordingly, the present invention has an object to provide an end-sliding coaster in which the length of a straight line can be shortened and which can be installed in an amusement park. .

Also, the conventional brake device of the coaster to ensure that the vehicle of the coaster is stopped at the position of the platform is as follows: On both sides of the vehicle or on the lower part of the chassis, the brakes installed on the rails are replaced by the left and right brake rails mounted on the rail. The crane was used to stop the coaster vehicle by crimping. However, on a rainy day, the net cloth that is laminated on the surface of the breaking plate contains moisture, and braking is significantly reduced. This was a drawback. In addition, the pre-cleaning plate time] 3 has been long and unified, and in order to change its position, there are many ways to change the position. I had to spend time and effort. Therefore, the present invention aims to provide a counter-swing coaster that has a compact and high-braking braking device that is not affected by rain. Disclosure of the invention

The present invention has a [floating] section between the first and second parts of the coaster track, and the ends of the first and second parts are located at a high place. The coaster runway with the end to be located, the equipment that raises the coaster vehicle running on the coaster runway, and the coaster vehicle are stopped. Have a brake device and have somersault! ) In the case of a coaster, the first part and the second part are located on the same side and substantially parallel to each other with respect to the part-turning D part. Note that both the first part and the second part are flippers that are located in a direction different from the radial direction of the flippers.] J coaster. As a result, the linear length can be shorter than that of a conventional counter-coaster. The present invention is based on the above-mentioned improved backlash.) The backstop of the coaster is interrupted by the first loop and the first loop.

It has two loops, two loops, a first loop following the first part of the coaster track, and a second loop following the second part of the coaster track. Following the section, the second loop is located closer to both ends of the coaster lane than the first-. A suitable point from the first part of the star track to the first loop passes through the loop of the second loop. As a result, the coaster vehicle travels in the shape of a figure of eight, and it is possible to enjoy the traditional abundance of thrills.

Also, the present invention is tossed! ) The brake device of the coaster is installed on the lower part of the coaster vehicle and a small number of brakes installed on the rail support. In particular, it has a pair of rotary tires, and the pair of rotary tires presses against the brakes passing between the respective rotary tires to form an air brake. The disk bracket attached to the shaft of the rotating tire is pinched and worn.)), And the coaster vehicle will be stopped. This is what we did. Therefore, the coaster vehicle can be reliably stopped without being left or right by the rain.

Brief explanation of drawings

Fig. 1 is an overall perspective view of the somersault coaster showing one embodiment of the present invention. Fig. 2 is a plan view showing an embodiment of the present invention. Fig. 3 is a left side view of Fig. 2], and the course track is accurate. It is shown. Figure 4 shows

OMPI It is a schematic front view of the main part showing the runway of the [Surrounding] section, and FIG. 5 is a schematic plan view of FIG. Fig. 5 is a front view of the first inclined section to explain the embodiment of the lifting device, Fig. 7 is a front view of the lifting mechanism of the lifting device, and Fig. 8 is the lifting. Fig. 9 is a front view showing the main part of the hoisting mechanism of the device, Fig. 9 is a cross-sectional view showing the main part of the locking mechanism of the lifting equipment, and Fig. 10 is the brake of the coaster. FIG. 11 is a longitudinal sectional view showing an embodiment of the device, and FIG. 11 is a plan view showing an embodiment of a rail support and a brake device for a bracket home.

The numbers in each figure are (1) ... the first part of the coaster track, (2) ... the second part of the coaster track, (3) ... the U part of the somersault, (4) (5 ) ... end of the coaster track, (11) ... first loop, (12) ... second loop, (16) ... coaster lifting device, (21) ······················································································································································ / ·············································· Shaft, (33) ··· Claw wheel, (34) ··· Claw, <¾ ····· Air cylinder, (38) (38a) ... mountain type, (52) ... brake, (5 mm ... rail support, (54) (54a) (54b) ... brake device (55) ... rotating tire, (56) ... disk plate, (57) '·' air brake, (V). "Coaster vehicle, (A_ ) · · · Somersault]? Direction.

BEST MODE FOR CARRYING OUT THE INVENTION

Hereinafter, a preferred embodiment according to the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings.

First, the coaster track will be explained according to Fig. 1 to Fig. 5.

-¾, The coaster runway has a first part (1) and a second part (2), and has a somersault (3) between them. The first end (4) of the first part (1) and the second end (5) of the second part are located at a height.]), The first end (^ The first part (1) is higher than the second end (5), the first part (1) being "down" from the first end (4), The first horizontal section (7) that follows the first slope section (6)] and the second section (2) is the second slope section that descends from the second end section (5). 8) This is followed by a second horizontal section (9) The first part (1) and the second part (2) are almost straight lines in a plan view The two parts (1) and (2) are slightly curved, but the first end (4) and the second end (4) are almost parallel to each other. It is possible to slightly change the horizontal distance between the ends (5) .The first part (1) and the second part (2) ) Radius It is located in the direction (B) that is different from the direction (^, and it is flipped to the side) and extends to the same side with respect to the part '(3). In this case, the angle between the ^) direction and the (B) direction is 0. However, this angle can be slightly changed, and (10) is the first slope ( 6) and the support of the slope 2 (8).

Somersault! The section (3) consists of a first lube (11) followed by a second lube (12). The first loop (11) is connected to the first horizontal part (7) of the first part (1), and the second loop (12) is connected to the second horizontal part of the second part (2). It is connected to the flat part. The first loop (11) is located farther D than both ends (4) and (5) of the coaster lane compared to the second loop (12). Therefore, the coaster runway from the first horizontal part (7) of the first part (1) to the first loop (11) is the same as that of the second loop. Go through the inside of (12). In other words, the coaster runway from the first horizontal section (7) to the first loop (11) is the second loop (below the top of 12!) In plan view. In both cases, they cross.端 End of the coaster runway of the first loop (11) and the second loop Q2)

(4) The perspective relationship with (5) can be reversed. In addition, each roof '(4)

Hine is on the runway of (5)! ? The coaster is then turned inside the loop, of course. This space return part (3) is from the arc parts (14) (14) of the arc た supported by the balls (13) (13)! ) Supported. Also, when the part (3) is viewed from the direction (B), the whole shape of the loops (11) and (12) is an elegant heart.

(H)

(15) is a bracket home. 2? It is installed on the runway of the 1st horizontal section (7), the back is the boarding stairs (15a), and the front is the exit stairs (15b). is there . The first slope (6) also has a pull for lifting the coaster vehicle (V) from the platform (15) to the first end (4). Lifting equipment (16) is provided. The lifting device (16) can be any type such as a conveyor type, a chain type, a flywheel type, a piston type, and the like. To

Immediately, the vehicle (V) is first lifted from the position of the platform (15) to the first end (4) by the bow rest (16). After that, when the locking mechanism of the lifting is removed, the vehicle CV descends rapidly on the first inclined portion (6), and at that moment the first loop (11) and then the second loop (11). Loop the cross-double loop with the loop (12) and climb the second horizontal section (9) to the second sloped section (8) from the second end (5). ]? Next, the vehicle (V) again descends rapidly from the second end (5) on the second slope (8) to the second loop (12) and the first loop (1). Through the brake home (15) until it is stopped by the brake (not shown in Fig. 1) until it stops. It returns and reciprocates.

Fig. 乃至 to？? The figure relates to the lifting equipment (16).

Hereinafter, the lifting device that can be used in the embodiment of the present invention according to the figure will be described.

An example of (16) will be described. (21) is a hook receiver consisting of a roller pivotally attached to the tip of the vehicle (V), and (22) is a hook receiver that engages with the hook receiver.

It is a hook that works. The hook (22) is pivotally attached to the towing truck ^ at the fulcrum (23), and has a hook (25) at the front end and a pulley (26) at the rear end.

With the fulcrum (23) as the center, the pulley (26) is lifted downwards, and the hooks (©) are immediately lifted.

(27).

One end of a wire (28) is attached to the rear end of the towing trolley (24).

The wire (28) is wound around a breeder (29) and attached to the shaft (30).

The other end is wound around the bridge (31).

On the winding D pulley (31), there is a wire turbulence prevention boot.

The rib (32) presses the wire (28) and prevents turbulence without stagnation.

Stop and roll up.

The shaft (30) is provided with a pawl gear S3).

The pawl (34), which locks the car (33), pivots on the fulcrum (35) and pivots itself.

The lower end of the claw (34) is attached to the spring (36) in the pulling direction.

It is pivoted to the activated air cylinder (37). So

Although not shown, according to the solenoid valve,

OMPI In the event of a power failure, the air cylinder (37) operates automatically and the pawl (34) is hooked into the pawl S3), and the shaft (30) rotates. Safety devices in the event of a power outage are provided.

(38) in Fig. 7 is a hanging mechanism attached to the track. The hook (22) of the vehicle (V) is hooked and towed by the hook (25) of the tip hook (22) of the towing bogie (¾). Then, when the pulley {26} centering on the fulcrum (23) of the hook (22) rides on the chevron (38a) of the hanging mechanism (38), the hook (25) 'is raised. Rotates downward, and the engagement with the hook receiver (21) is automatically engaged and disengaged. Therefore, the vehicle starts to descend on the first slope (6) that has been ascending. ¾ At this time, the towing truck (the front end limit switch (40) is in contact with the front end of the buffer (39) at the front end of the vehicle) ), Not shown, but due to the operation of the limit switch (Q)]? The winding of the wire (28) is stopped. Yes.

Since the traction device of this embodiment has the following configuration, a wire is provided on the first inclined portion (6) at which the vehicle turns and starts traveling. The vehicle will be running smoothly, and the mechanism for engaging and disengaging the vehicle will be secure.] In addition, safety devices will be provided in the event of a power outage.

Next, an embodiment of the brake device will be described with reference to FIGS. 10 and 11.

(51) is the lower chassis of the coaster vehicle (V)! ) And (52) are brakes and units that are attached to the lower part of the chassis.

(5¾ the rail post, Brakes device of the present invention (54), that have set only been on the courses data track of rail posts (53} _lambda The brake chassis (52) is press-contacted by a pair of rotating tires (55) on the left and right at the upper part of the brake device (54), and the tires are pressed. A disk plate (56) is mounted on the shaft.] 3, and the disk plate (56) is a carrier; -It is designed to be clamped and removed by the brake (57). -.-Therefore, the speed of the vehicle (V) is set by rotating the rotation tire (55) first, but eventually the power is applied to the air brake (57). As a result, the disk plate (56) mounted on the same axis of the rotating tire (55) is crimped.], And the tire (55) The rotation is stopped and the vehicle stops. In Fig. 11, the direction of the arrow (W) corresponds to the direction of the first slope (6).

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The vehicle (V) that returned on the first horizontal part (7) with the second end (5) as a turning point is a platform home. Enter (10) from the direction of. At that time, stop the brake device (54) on the platform (10). (P1) is the boarding side on the boarding side, and (P2). Is the platform on the getting off side. (2), (flD is the supplementary runway for the main runway (I)!), Which is a so-called toll drop-in line while one vehicle is running. You got on or off a vehicle], or you can use it as a spare vehicle. In the case of Fig. 11, it is shown that the main runway (ί) and the auxiliary runway (ΙΠ) are used, and both runways (ΙΠ) are equipped with brakes @ 54a). (Excerpt from (54b)]) is shown. Among them, the brake device (54a ^¾ ) in front of the bracket home (15) is used to apply particularly strong braking, such as when the seat is full. Auxiliary brake device for this purpose.

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Industrial applicability-As mentioned above, the flippers according to the present invention are useful as large-scale recreational coasters installed in amusement parks and the like. A]), and especially reduce the linear length of the coaster track, and also make some eight-figure tumbles! The crossing lane will give passengers the thrill of the past, and the brake system will guarantee the operation of the coaster vehicle, which is safe even in rainy weather. _C

Claims

The scope of the claims -

1. Aerial space between the first and second parts of the coaster track

Return]) part, and each end of the first part and the second part

And a coaster run at the end of the coaster.

A device that raises a coaster vehicle that runs on the road.

-It has a brake device to stop the star vehicle.

The vehicle is turned at the end of the second part as a turning point.

The car is about to go back and forth on the track.

In this case, both ends of the first part and the second part are opposite

And placed on the same side and practically in parallel with each other

D _{¾ Both} the first part and the second part are turned upside down]])

Feature that it is located in a different direction

]) Coaster.

2. Somersault of the coaster track] is the first loop and the first loop.

Has two loops, a second loop following the first loop, and a first loop

A loop follows the first part of the coaster track and a second loop

Power; following the second part of the Costa runway,

Is closer to both ends of the coaster track than the first loop

From the first part of the coaster track to the first loop.

Part of the air must pass through the loop of the second loop

The scope of the claim, which features)

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3. The brake equipment was installed at the bottom of the coaster vehicle.

A brake and a small piece of equipment installed on the rail support

Both have a pair of rotary tires, and the pair of rotary tires

OMPI Press the break-in unit passing between each rotation tire and press

One brake is mounted on the shaft of the rotating tire.

Stop the coaster vehicle.

The scope of the claim, which claims to be

Boxing described in Paragraph 1] ?? ..

OMPI drawing