Ferris Wheel Rotation: How Many Degrees Per Minute?

In summary, the Ferris wheel discussed in the conversation has a diameter of 150 meters and an overall height of 165 meters. Each capsule moves approximately x degrees per minute, based on a complete revolution taking 18 minutes. A table can be created to calculate the angle of rotation, vertical leg height, and capsule height at 10 different time intervals. The Ferris wheel has an assumed platform height of 15 meters and the graph of the capsule's height above the ground over time resembles a sine wave. The number of capsules on the Ferris wheel is not specified.
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Ferris wheel consists of an observation wheel with a diameter of 150 meters atop a boarding terminal, giving structure an overall height of 165 meters.
Given that the Ferris wheel takes 18 minutes to complete one revolution, how many degrees will each capsule move per minute?
create a table calculating the angle of rotation, vertical leg height and capsule height from the ground for the given 10 interval of time. Calculate in degrees. Assume platform height is 15 meters.
 
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How many "capsules" are there on the Ferris wheel?
 
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Given that the Ferris wheel takes 18 minutes to complete one revolution, how many degrees will each capsule move per minute?

This should be fairly simple, convert 360 degrees in 18 minutes to x degrees in 1 minute.

The graph shows height of a capsule above the ground in meters as a function of time in minutes, assuming the capsule starts at the very bottom at time zero ... does the shape of the graph look familiar?
 

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1. How fast does a Ferris wheel rotate?

The speed of a Ferris wheel's rotation can vary, but on average it rotates at a rate of about 1-2 revolutions per minute.

2. How many degrees does a Ferris wheel rotate per minute?

A Ferris wheel typically rotates 360 degrees per minute, as it completes one full revolution in that time.

3. Is the rotation of a Ferris wheel constant?

No, the rotation of a Ferris wheel is not constant. It starts and stops at various intervals to allow passengers to board and exit.

4. How is the rotation of a Ferris wheel controlled?

The rotation of a Ferris wheel is controlled by a motor and gearbox system. The motor provides the power to rotate the wheel, while the gearbox controls the speed and direction of rotation.

5. What factors can affect the rotation of a Ferris wheel?

The rotation of a Ferris wheel can be affected by factors such as wind, weight distribution of passengers, and maintenance of the motor and gearbox system. Extreme weather conditions may also cause the wheel to stop rotating for safety reasons.

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