Design Amusement Ride: 10 People, 5 Stories, 2 Meters Radius

[srvimisu]

1. o.k. its been awhile for me, and I'm running on empty. using centrifical force calulations, I'm needing to design an amusment ride that is: 10 people stand in a cylinder that is 5 stories high. The radius 2 meters. when the cylinder rotates a proper rotational speed, the bottom will open, but due to centrifical force no one falls out.

where do I begin?

 

[berkeman]

Welcome to the PF, srvimisu.

I don't understand your description of the cylinder dimensions, but whatever. The Homework Help Template that came up when you started the thread (and which you deleted, I guess) asks you to state what the relevant equations and concepts are. Please tell us what you know about coefficients of friction, what centripital acceleration is, what the equation F=ma means, and what you know about Free Body Diagrams.

 

[piercas]

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I understand your desire to design an amusement ride that is both exciting and safe for riders. The first step in designing this ride would be to calculate the necessary rotational speed to keep the riders in place while the bottom opens. This can be done by using the formula for centripetal force, which is Fc = mv^2/r, where Fc is the centripetal force, m is the mass of the riders, v is the velocity, and r is the radius.

Once you have calculated the necessary rotational speed, you can begin designing the structure of the ride. A cylinder with a radius of 2 meters and a height of 5 stories should provide enough space for 10 people to stand comfortably. It is important to consider the materials and construction of the cylinder to ensure its stability and safety for riders.

In addition, you may want to consider adding safety features such as handrails or seat belts to further secure the riders during the ride. It is also important to regularly inspect and maintain the ride to ensure it continues to operate safely.

Overall, designing an amusement ride involves a combination of mathematical calculations, structural design, and safety considerations. It is important to carefully plan and test the ride before allowing people to ride it. I wish you luck in your design process and encourage you to always prioritize the safety of riders.