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Roller Coaster Design
Season 5
Two rollercoaster maniacs test their design on a simulator at the Carnegie Science Center.
Where do you feel the most g's on a roller coaster? Tyler and Aditya, two coaster maniacs, design their own rollercoaster and test it on a simulator at the Carnegie Science Center, finishing their investigation on “Phantom’s Revenge,” a roller coaster at a nearby amusement park. Investigate acceleration to see how and where it comes into play on steep hills, sharp turns, and crazy loop-de-loops!
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AIR DATE 4/6/06
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