Larson International, Inc. and A.R.M., Inc. introduce the
Mega Bounce and the Super Shot.

The Giant 40-Meter hubless ferris wheel is a unique attraction that combines the technology of today's high speed roller coasters with the nostalgia of a traditional ferris wheel.

The ride consists of two continuous and concentric rings, one fixed and one rotating. The fixed ring forms the track and supports the ride. The rotating ring is the passenger carring suystem.

The dual concentric rings, one rotating within the other, forms the hubless wheel structure. This unique design allows the ride to operate like a ferris wheel but with no visible means of support.

Potential Theming

The Hubless Wheel is particularly suited for custom theming because the center is hubless and spokeless. Therefore, the center section of the hubless wheel may be a fixed sign, logo, projection screen, etc...

The hubless wheel would also make an excellent entrance to an amusement park by constructing a bridge through the center of the wheel.

Rollercoasters could be routed through the center of the hubless wheel for added excitement.

Unique Design Concepts

The giant 40-Meter Hubless Wheel has a main track structure with a truss-like design allowing for additional stability, given its size. The truss structure can be capped for a more traditional loop appearance if so desired. The gondolas travel on both sides outside the patented ring, doubling the capacity.

Larson's existing loop structures are a solid track structure and the vehicles travel within the ring. Both of these designs utilize the same "inertia ring" design for propelling the vehicles or gondolas.

Changing the way the vehicles attach to the inertia ring, attaching different vehicles, and changing the overall size of the loop, Larson International has great flexibility on the type of attraction that may be offered.

The gondolas used for the hubless wheel are the very same gondolas used on our existing Star Dancer attraction.

Existing Technology

This diagram depicts the current Giant Loop drive concept and technology. A stationary outer structure with an internal rotating ring, much like a large bearing. Vehicles are attached to the rotating ring and propelled via the frictional drive unit located within the main track structure.

Specifications

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