What Are Some Different Ways That Engineers Dissipate Energy to Slow the Coaster Down as It Enters the Station?
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Grades: 6 - 12

Video Description: Jeff Havlik, a roller coaster architect, explains different methods that are used to dissipate energy on roller coasters.

Type of Video: Segment*
Unique Video ID: Engineering-30**

Quick Ideas for Using the Video:

  • Use the video in conjunction with a STEM based student activity that has students design and construct their own roller coasters.
  • Use the video in conjunction with a unit on energy that includes an activity on ways to create and dissipate energy.

 

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