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Oldest photos at Dreamworld

19 reviews – “Very Good”

Gold Coast, Australia

Theme Park

A look at some of the ride control system. From here all aspects of the coaster's operation are controlled.

by Richard Wilson, 17 years ago

Motocoaster Dreamworld

The accumulator system, where compressed hydraulic fluid is pumped to prepare for each launch. This is kept in a separate room from the other components in the back-of-house area due to the nature of the highly compressed gasses and oils used.

by Richard Wilson, 17 years ago

Motocoaster Dreamworld

The complexity of a ride like this is shown by the sheer number of cables and pipes.

by Richard Wilson, 17 years ago

Motocoaster Dreamworld

The hydraulic pump that charges the previously shown accumulator. This operates constantly to deliver a steady flow of fluid into the accumulator. The launch is achieved by releasing the stored energy in the accumulator.

by Richard Wilson, 17 years ago

Motocoaster Dreamworld

By using a smaller pump that constantly operates rather than a system that only operates during the launch period, it allows for overall lower installation and operating expenses.

by Richard Wilson, 17 years ago

Motocoaster Dreamworld

The load station is directly above this area.

by Richard Wilson, 17 years ago

Motocoaster Dreamworld

There are hundreds of metres of piping to transport the pressurised oil to the 48 drive wheels found on the launch track.

by Richard Wilson, 17 years ago

Motocoaster Dreamworld

Because of the huge distances the pressurised oil must travel and the likeliness for leaks is typical for hydraulic systems, Dreamworld is using a biodegradable oil in the hydraulic systems.

by Richard Wilson, 17 years ago

Motocoaster Dreamworld

The trains will be launched right out of the station into the ride's course.

by Richard Wilson, 17 years ago

Motocoaster Dreamworld

In addition to biodegradable oil, a containment system has been installed along the launch track that will ensure that leaks will flow into this conduit for safe handling of any major or minor spills.

by Richard Wilson, 17 years ago

Motocoaster Dreamworld

In the event of a misfire of the launch system, the wheels are designed to act as the braking system. The wheels will lock to bring the train to a safe stop back in the station. A UPS system is utilised to ensure that a power outage midway through will not interrupt the launch procedure.

by Richard Wilson, 17 years ago

Motocoaster Dreamworld

Looking out from the launch into the course, showing the complex array of piping that converts the stored energy of the compressed fluid in the hydraulics into rotational energy to drive the trains forward.

by Richard Wilson, 17 years ago

Motocoaster Dreamworld

Naturally, with some weeks to go before opening, the landscaping of the area is far from completed.

by Richard Wilson, 17 years ago

Motocoaster Dreamworld

Elements of the racing theme are clear, such as with the checkered flags, with much more yet to come.

by Richard Wilson, 17 years ago

Motocoaster Dreamworld

With the drought conditions in South East Queensland, as with much of Australia, any rainfall is valuable and rainwater tanks are becoming an important part of any development.

by Richard Wilson, 17 years ago

Motocoaster Dreamworld

The launch of the coaster leads into the highest point on the track. Like most roller coasters, once it has reached this point it will be able to complete the remainder of course relying on gravity alone, meaning slightly slower launches won't be a problem.

by Richard Wilson, 17 years ago

Motocoaster Dreamworld

With a capacity of close to 750 riders per hour, it'll be Dreamworld's most efficient thrill ride.

by Richard Wilson, 17 years ago

Motocoaster Dreamworld

A close look at the gradual banking out of the launch into the course.

by Richard Wilson, 17 years ago

Motocoaster Dreamworld

The ride was designed to remain low to the ground throughout to heighten the feeling of speed along the course.

by Richard Wilson, 17 years ago

Motocoaster Dreamworld

At this point the track is banked to over 60º. This is also where on-ride photos will be taken from. Trains will pass from left to right, with the photo roughly from this angle.

by Richard Wilson, 17 years ago

Motocoaster Dreamworld

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