Valravn Goes Vertical--Construction Starts

^And that is why you will see photo eyes on rides like Magnum, Gemini, CCMR, and Corkscrew in the stations and transfer tables.

The "magnetic" prox is called an inductive prox. You can get different inductive proximity sensors that have a different range of sensitivity. The photoelectric sensors can work in a couple of different ways depending on the model. They are mainly used in applications when trying to detect, non-metal objects, or a certain distance. They can also be used in a "through beam" application. The photoelectric sensors definitely have their flaws depending on the color of the object you are trying to detect, and given that a lot of photoelectric sensors use infrared light, sunlight could pose a big problem. The world of sensors is large and vast, and I'm sure a combination of different types of sensors are used on a ride depending on their specific application.

As far as the lasers from luminosity, why would Valravn be closed just because the lasers might get in someones eyes while on the ride? What about the hundreds of spectators watching the show?! I would also guess that cedar point is not using a high class laser, where it would do damage to someones eyes if they looked at it. They would have to be using a low class laser that would be safe for humans.

One support and 5 pieces of track installed.
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Six supports and 2 pieces of track installed.
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Wow, 2 supports left. Getting close.

Great progress the past couple days. The barrel roll looks a lot bigger/higher than the renderings in my opinion. Exciting to see it come together. Wish they could have a camera on the station and on-ride photo building.

Two supports and 3 piecs of track installed.
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^^ I also thought that about the barrel roll, looks quite a bit higher to me too.

It also looks a lot more drawn out than it does on the animation too. There will be good hang time in there for sure.

They are really moving FAST now with the construction.

Wow! Look at them go!

Five pieces of track installed.
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The track will probably be complete this week.

Shame they take Sunday's off. Supposed to be amazing weather tomorrow!

Everyone needs a day off! Maybe they want to eat some Blueberries.

Thabto said:
The track will probably be complete this week.

I count 13 segments left. Assuming everything is on site, I see no reason why they wouldn't be finished.

It actually looks like the station (at least the roof) is complete.

With 13 or so track segments to go, it should be done by Wednesday as long as the weather is nice and they do track work each day. Seem to be averaging 4-5 pieces a day now that all the supports are up. Heck a little overtime and track work could be done Tuesday! :)

How cool would it be if they completed the track on Leap Day? 😆

Not going to happen ^