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How Stuff Works: How Roller Coasters Work

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Title: Howstuffworks "How Roller Coasters Work"
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They don't have engines, accelerators or brakes. So what makes roller coaster cars speed up, slow down and loop upside down? Get the inside track on the quintessential thrill ride.

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