LIMs originated on coasters right?

i feel stupid asking this question but im writing a paper and i need to know im write

[jayman]

the technology didnt, but rollercoasters are certainly a good example of their use.

I am sorry but you should probably learn that WRITE is not RIGHT.

To answer your question, no. They were not originated on roller coasters.

They did not, but LSM's originated on coasters and have further gone to other uses. They are now used on air-craft carriers to launch the plane.

What carriers? The new Gerald Ford class fleet?

Originally posted by coasterpimp

What carriers? The new Gerald Ford class fleet?

I don't know but:

The United States Navy is also using linear induction motors in the Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System that will replace traditional steam catapults on future aircraft carriers

[yoshifreak]

Originally posted by coasterpimp

What carriers? The new Gerald Ford class fleet?

Yea the new class is going to be the first to have the electromagnetic launch systems.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electromag ... nch_System

Currently though the systems are steam powered, which is actually more similar to TTD or anyother hydraulic launcher.

I was just thinking, A really good method to put on Carriers would be compressed air, similar to what S&S is doing. It would be very efficient. But then again, many factors could go wrong (example Ring Racer).

I've seen Powder Keg shut down more then any other ride at SDC, and it's because of the launch. The problems with RR's launch delaying it 2 years... Yeah I don't think they're very reliable, and the Navy sure doesn't want to deal with it. I'm sure the EMALS will work great, using less energy, less stress on aircraft, and the many other advantages it will bring.