Safety Doors of Theme Park Rides Secured with Magnet Sensors
Safety is the top priority in theme park rides, especially on high-speed attractions like roller coasters. Ensuring that all safety doors and restraints are securely locked is critical for rider protection. Roller coasters and other theme park rides involve rapid accelerations, sharp turns, and inversions, so any failure in the locking mechanisms of safety doors or restraints could result in serious injuries. Regular mechanical checks are essential, but incorporating advanced Magnet Sensor technology adds an extra layer of safety to actually check if the safety doors have been securely fastened before the ride begins.
Magnet sensors are used in theme park rides to sense whether safety doors or restraints have been properly locked. These sensors work by detecting the actuating magnet when a door or safety bar reaches its fully locked position. A magnet is embedded in the door and the Magnet Sensors on the carriage, and when the door is securely closed and locked, the magnetic field is detected by the magnet sensor. This detection sends a signal to the ride’s control system, confirming that the safety mechanisms are properly engaged. Without this confirmation, the ride cannot begin, preventing potential accidents caused by improperly locked doors or restraints.
The advantage of using magnet sensors in theme park ride safety systems lies in their precision with regards to actuation only when completely locked. Magnet sensors provide non-contact, real-time verification of the locked status, reducing wear and tear on mechanical parts. Additionally, they are highly resistant to environmental factors like vibration, temperature, and humidity, making them ideal for outdoor settings. These Magnet Sensors are durable and maintenance-free, ensuring long-term operational safety. By providing immediate feedback to the control system, magnet sensors help theme park operators guarantee that all safety doors are properly locked, ensuring rider safety and minimizing the risk of mechanical failures.
Application Classification
Applications are classified as Position Sensing, Pulse Counting, Electromagnetic or Relay, Temperature Sensing or Magnet Biasing types. This application is classified as follows and the link gives more information on best practices to help select the most suitable AT band and matching magnet.
Position sensing Type
When an application requires the end position of a movement sensed, or the sensing of a part when it comes into a zone, or when the
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Recommended Products
The Reed Switches and Sensors used in such Theme Park safety applications need to be robust, durable and efficient in meeting a high life expectancy. Our engineers work hard in life testing our products under various conditions, and our intention is to ensure end product durability and life. Although we wouldn’t want to restrict any of our products for use in only certain applications, the recommended products for use in this application are listed below.
Large Cylindrical Magnet Sensor, MS-216-L
Drawing of MS-216-L Magnet Sensor starFeatures10W Contact Rating. Normally Open contact. Three sensitivity bands. Sputtered Ruthenium
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M8 Threaded Sensor Cylindrical Sensor, MS-228
MS-228 M8 Threaded Sensor Drawing starFeatures30W Contact Rating. Normally Open contact. Three sensitivity bands. Sputtered Ruthenium
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Standard Flat Pack Magnet Sensor, MS-328
starFeatures10W Contact Rating. Normally 30W Contact Rating. Normally Open contact. Three sensitivity bands. Sputtered Ruthenium
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