Amusement park ride system with crossing paths
US8485104B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 8, 2013 |
| Grant date | Jul 16, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 8, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63G31/16
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A ride system with crossing ride paths. A first assembly is provided that includes a first set of vehicles movable along a first ride path, and the first vehicle set is vertically supported above the track at a first height. A second assembly is provided with a second set of vehicles movable along a second ride path that differs from the first ride path and crosses over the first ride path when viewed in plan view. The second vehicle set is vertically supported below the upper vehicle track at a second height, which may be the same as the first height such that passengers perceive a collision risk at path intersections. The upper track is at a higher elevation than the lower track such that track crossovers occur without interference. A synchronization mechanism synchronizes movement of the upper and lower sets of vehicles to avoid collisions at crossover points.
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