This interactive exhibit, part of the Exhibits Collection, explores how the laws of physics play a role in the design of amusement park rides. Activities in the exhibit invite visitors to design a roller coaster and determine the outcomes of bumper car collisions. The exhibit also includes related Web sites.
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http://www.learner.org/exhibits/parkphysics/
Looking for statistics on the fastest, tallest or longest roller coasters? Find it all and much more with the interactive Roller Coaster Database.
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- Roller Coaster DataBase, roller coaster, roller coasters, rollercoaster, travel, vacation, amusement park, theme park
http://www.rcdb.com/
A Consumer's Guide to Safe Thrills at U.S. Amusement Parks and Carnivals
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- Saferparks, amusement, ride, safety, accident, prevention, carnival, regulation, child
http://www.saferparks.org/
IAAPA is the essential resource that helps amusement and attractions professionals achieve business success
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http://www.iaapa.org/
The award-winning consumers' guide to vacations at the world's best theme and amusement parks, including Walt Disney World and Universal Studios.
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- theme parks, amusement parks, hotel reviews, Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Universal Studios, Busch Gardens, SeaWorld, Legoland
http://www.themeparkinsider.com/
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