Looking for a rush like no other? Would climbing 200 feet into the air and then flying downhill at speeds of 75 miles an hour in the winged seat of a roller coaster do the trick? This summer, a new ...

How do roller coasters work? In this in-depth video, we explore the history, physics, and engineering behind roller coasters — from the earliest Russian Mountains and wooden switchback railways to ...

When I’ve interviewed roller coaster engineers about their profession, I received similar answers to the question: “Is this the only job you’ve ever really wanted?” The answer is some version of, ...