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GB/T 18159-2019: Specifications of amusement rides coaster category
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GB/T 18159-2019
GB
NATIONAL STANDARD OF THE
PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF CHINA
ICS 97.200.40
Y 57
Replacing GB/T 18159-2008
Specifications of amusement rides coaster category
ISSUED ON: DECEMBER 31, 2019
IMPLEMENTED ON: DECEMBER 31, 2019
Issued by: State Administration for Market Regulation;
Standardization Administration of the People's Republic of
China.
Table of Contents
Foreword ... 3 
1 Scope ... 5 
2 Normative references ... 5 
3 Terms and definitions ... 7 
4 General rules ... 8 
5 Technical requirements ... 9 
5.1 Basic requirements... 9 
5.2 Machinery and structure ... 13 
5.3 Riding system ... 17 
5.4 Electrical system and control system ... 18 
5.5 Emergency rescue system ... 21 
5.6 Surface protection ... 21 
5.7 Whole equipment ... 21 
6 Inspection, testing and test requirements ... 22 
6.1 Basic requirements... 22 
6.2 Mechanical structure ... 24 
6.3 Riding system ... 24 
6.4 Electrical system and control system ... 25 
6.5 Emergency rescue system ... 26 
6.6 Surface protection testing... 27 
6.7 Whole equipment ... 27 
7 Accompanying documents, marks, packaging, transportation and storage 30 
7.1 Accompanying documents, marks ... 30 
7.2 Packaging, transportation and storage ... 30 
Annex A (informative) Examples of common heavy shafts (pin shafts) and
important welds ... 32 
Foreword
This Standard was drafted in accordance with the rules given in GB/T 1.1-2009.
This Standard replaces GB/T 18159-2008 “Specifications of Amusement Rides
Coaster Category”. Compared with GB/T 18159-2008, in addition to editorial
modifications, the main technical changes are as follows:
- modified the scope;
- added the requirements for running speed error;
- added the requirements for connection bolt calculation;
- modified the requirements for design load value;
- modified the impact coefficient;
- added the requirements for material;
- added the requirements for column and track deformation;
- added the requirements for redundant safety structure of vehicle connector;
- added the requirements for gear train shock absorption measures;
- added the requirements for vehicle safety envelope;
- added the requirements for transmission system impact coefficient;
- added the requirements for main connection form;
- modified the safety factor of traction wire rope and traction chain;
- added the requirements for electrical safety functions and their demand
levels;
- added the requirements for paint coating;
- added non-reverse test;
- added vehicle speed testing;
- added acceleration testing;
- added column and track deformation testing;
- added interlocking testing;
Specifications of amusement rides coaster category
1 Scope
This Standard specifies general rules, technical requirements, inspection,
testing and test requirements, accompanying documents, marks, packaging,
transportation and storage for amusement rides coaster category.
This Standard is applicable to amusement rides coaster category.
2 Normative references
The following referenced documents are indispensable for the application of
this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated
references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any
amendments) applies.
GB/T 191, Packaging and storage marks
GB/T 755-2008, Rotating electrical machines - Rating and performance
GB/T 1032, Test procedures for three-phase induction motors
GB/T 1447, Fiber-reinforced plastics composites - Determination of tensile
properties
GB/T 1449, Test method for flexural properties of glass fiber-reinforced
plastics
GB/T 1451, Test method for the Charpy impact resistance of glass fiber-
reinforced plastics
GB/T 3805-2008, Extra-low voltage (ELV) - Limit values
GB 4706.1, Household and Similar Electrical Appliances - Safety - Part 1:
General Requirements
GB/T 5226.1, Electrical safety of machinery - Electrical equipment of
machines - Part 1: General requirements
GB 8408-2018, Large-scale amusement device safety code
GB/T 8923 (all parts), Mapping requirements for the natural disaster remote
sensing thematic maps
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the terms and definitions defined in GB/T
20306 as well as the followings apply.
3.1 single train roller coaster series
the amusement rides coaster category designed as that the operating condition
is that there is a single train or a group of trains running on the same track
3.2 multi train roller coaster series
the amusement rides coaster category designed as that there are two groups
or more groups of single train or trains running on the same track
3.3 splash
the amusement rides coaster category that after the passenger device is lifted,
it inertially slides into the water (waterway) along the track, is decelerated by
the water resistance, and the passenger device is driven by the water to run
along the waterway in the water
3.4 powered U-shape roller coaster series
the amusement rides coaster category that, a roller coaster that is driven by a
driving device and inertia to drive a passenger device during operation, its body
is equipped with driving device, there is only one trolley on each track to
reciprocate back and forth along the track during operation
3.5 wooden roller coaster
the amusement rides coaster category of which the supporting structure is
mainly wood material
3.6 launch coaster
the amusement rides coaster category that enables the passenger device to
obtain a large initial kinetic energy in a short time through external power driving
NOTE: The driving device of launch coaster is generally linear motor, pneumatic device,
hydraulic device, flywheel energy storage device and other equipment.
3.7 non-continuous rail roller coaster
the amusement rides coaster category that, after the passenger device leaves
the platform and maintenance area, during the running process, the normal
operation of the vehicle body on the track is realized through local movement
and rotation of the track
maximum allowable deformation of the track between the two supports is 1/300
(excluding the deformation of the support). For roller coaster track and support
with a speed greater than or equal to 50km/h, under normal operating
conditions, the maximum allowable deformation is 1/500; the maximum
allowable deformation of the track between the two supports is 1/500 (excluding
the deformation of the support).
5.1.17 For the vehicle connector redundant insurance structure, the impact
factor is not less than 2, and the safety factor is not less than 2.
5.1.18 The uniform load of the personnel activity area shall be taken as follows:
a) General area for passengers on and off the passenger platform, stairs,
entrance and exit station: 3.5kN/m2;
b) Non-open areas such as maintenance platforms and evacuation platforms:
1.5kN/m2.
5.1.19 For amusement rides coaster category, when the steel track of roller
coaster adopts round pipe, the track wall thickness shall not be less than 4mm.
When the track uses welded pipe, the elongation at break of the material shall
be greater than 40%. There shall be no cracking defects in the weld after the
track is formed.
5.1.20 The trajectory shall be designed as smooth. It shall not cause excessive
impact during vehicle operation.
5.1.21 The braking system shall adopt normally closed brake. Leave enough
brake allowance. The most unfavorable braking conditions shall be considered
when calculating. The braking acceleration shall transit smoothly. Prevent
shock. The maximum acceleration during braking is not more than 1.5g.
5.1.22 When the speed is greater than 36km/h, the gear train shall have shock
absorption measures.
5.1.23 Roller coaster is in the taxiing area. When the vehicle speed is greater
than or equal to 2.5m/s, no obstacles are allowed within the safety envelope of
the vehicle and no part of the human body can touch the running wheels of the
vehicle body. The vehicle safety envelope refers to the space where the
standard human body leans on the seat to stretch the body, the fingertips and
toes sweep the maximum range and extends 100mm outward when the
pressure bar allows, as shown in Figure 1. Where, the size of the standard
human body corresponds to the male body size of 99 percentile of GB/T 10000.
5.2 Machinery and structure
5.2.1 The design of the transmission system shall ensure safe operation. In the
event of failure of the system, the vehicle shall be in a safe state. There shall
be no obvious skidding when amusement rides coaster category starts. The
transmission mechanism shall operate normally.
5.2.2 When the transmission system is designed, the impact coefficient shall be
selected according to Table 2 based on the maximum lifting speed.
5.2.3 Pull the traction wire rope and traction chain of roller coaster upwards
along the track. After considering the appropriate impact coefficient according
to the requirements of 5.1, the ratio of the minimum breaking load to the
maximum load shall not be less than 5.
5.2.4 When using gear and rack drive, it shall comply with relevant gear and
rack standards. The contact spot requirements and measurement methods for
gear meshing are in accordance with GB 50231.
5.2.5 When using belt drive, its assembly requirements meet the requirements
of GB 50231. The belt shall be properly tensioned. There shall be no obvious
deviation. The guiding device shall be flexible and reliable.
5.2.6 When using steel wire rope and chain drive, the tension shall be moderate.
When using wire rope for lifting, there shall be a device to prevent the wire rope
from over-winding, skipping and slack.
5.2.7 The lifting and transmission system shall be stable and reliable. There
shall be no abnormal shock and vibration. The installation accuracy shall meet
the requirements of GB 50231.
5.2.8 Reasonable lubrication measures shall be provided for lifting chains and
steel wire ropes. Set up corresponding waste oil collection device to prevent
pollution of equipment and the environment.
5.2.9 The motor, reducer and coupling shall be installed well. The co-axiality
and end gap of the two shafts of the coupling shall meet the relevant regulations
of GB 50231.
5.2.10 The vehicle connector shall have a reasonable structure and flexible
rotation. It shall be equipped with secondary safety device.
5.2.11 For roller coaster and launch coaster that are towed along a slope or
vertically upward, when there is a safety risk or the speed of the vehicle is
uncontrollable, there shall be a device to prevent the vehicle from going
backward.
5.2.12 For the train system that is composed of multi trains, if a non-reverse
5.2.22 The track support spacing shall be reasonably configured. Pillars shall
not bear external loads other than those specified in the design documents.
5.2.23 The track shall not have abnormal shaking.
5.2.24 The height difference of the moving track of non-continuous rail roller
coaster shall not be more than 1mm.
5.2.25 Non-destructive testing shall meet the following requirements:
a) The important shafts of amusement rides coaster category (see Annex A)
shall undergo 100% magnetic particle (or penetration) flaw detection
during manufacture. Important shafts with a diameter greater than 30mm
shall undergo 100% ultrasonic flaw detection during manufacture. It shall
specify reasonable testing standards, cycles and ratios for the equipment
in use.
b) The important welds of amusement rides coaster category (see Annex A)
shall undergo magnetic particle inspection (or penetrant inspection) during
manufacture. Level I welds shall be ultrasonically inspected during
manufacture. It shall specify reasonable testing standards, cycles and
ratios for the equipment in use.
c) Visual inspection, ultrasonic inspection, magnetic particle inspection,
penetrant inspection, radiographic inspection methods and requirements
shall be implemented in accordance with GB/T 34370.
5.2.26 Effective anti-corrosion measures shall be adopted for important parts of
roller coaster.
5.2.27 Reliable waterproof, leak-proof and rust-proof measures shall be
adopted for parts that will come into contact with water during operation. If water
leakage has a safety impact on the equipment, anti-leakage measures shall be
taken. Effective anti-corrosion measures shall be adopted for the hull of splash
and parts in contact with water.
5.2.28 The basic quality requirements shall meet the requirements of GB 50202
and GB 50204. The foundation shall not have any abnormal phenomena such
as uneven settlement, cracking and loosening that affect the normal operation
of amusement rides.
5.2.29 Mobile foundation shall meet the requirements of equipment bearing
capacity. The base frame shall meet the requirements of equipment for anti-
skid.
5.2.30 Generally, auxiliary rails or hanging devices shall be installed to facilitate
vehicle maintenance.
buttons shall meet the requirements of GB/T 5226.1.
5.4.7 The sensor protection selected by the safety protection device shall meet
the requirements of 4.4.5 in GB/T 28265-2012.
5.4.8 When the altitude of the place where the device is used exceeds 1000m,
the motor capacity shall be verified according to GB/T 755. When it exceeds
2000m, power distribution and protection devices shall be verified.
5.4.9 In any running state of roller coaster, when the power supply is suddenly
cut off, the equipment shall enter a "safe" state.
5.4.10 For amusement rides coaster category with the design acceleration in
zone 4 and zone 5 and equipped with safety lever, it shall ensure that the safety
lever is closed and locked and the equipment starts interlocking. The position
testing or locking testing of the safety lever shall be convenient for the operator
to test its effectiveness. Or test its effectiveness by the control system.
5.4.11 Insulation resistance, grounding resistanc...