How Roller Coasters Work

They don't have engines, brakes or accelerators. No, these amazing machines rely on physical, centripetal and gravitational forces to urge thrills, screams and that sinking stomach feeling we all love (and hate). Read more about the science of fun.

Ups and downs: The history of roller coasters

Coasters-101: Roller Coaster Lift Hills - UPDATED 2022 - Coaster101

Can Roller Coasters Fly Off The Track? (how roller coasters wheels work)

Why don't I fall out when a roller coaster goes upside down?

How Roller Coasters Use Energy - An Introductory Lesson

That Sinking Feeling - Air Time

How does a roller coaster work? - BBC Bitesize

Shriek Science: Simple Physics Powers Extreme Roller Coasters

How rollercoasters work, Science of rollercoasters

What a ride: Wooden roller coasters

Why don't I fall out when a roller coaster goes upside down?

Roller Coasters and Your Body - Roller Coaster G-forces

How It Works: 4D Roller Coasters

How Roller Coasters Work - Orlando Chapter STC

Materials Used in Roller Coasters