SUMMARY
The Singapore Flyer, standing at 315 meters tall with a diameter of 150 meters, completes one full revolution in 30 minutes. A 3-hour ride allows for 6 revolutions, resulting in a total distance traveled of approximately 2,827.43 meters. This distance can be converted to miles using online tools, yielding about 1.76 miles. The formula for calculating the distance traveled is based on the circumference of the Ferris wheel, expressed as \( n\pi d \), where \( n \) is the number of revolutions and \( d \) is the diameter.
PREREQUISITES
- Understanding of basic geometry, specifically circumference calculations
- Familiarity with unit conversion, particularly meters to miles
- Knowledge of the mathematical constant π (pi)
- Basic arithmetic skills for performing calculations
NEXT STEPS
- Learn how to calculate the circumference of circles using the formula \( C = \pi d \)
- Research methods for converting units of measurement, focusing on metric to imperial conversions
- Explore the mathematical significance of the constant π in various applications
- Investigate the engineering principles behind large amusement rides like the Singapore Flyer
USEFUL FOR
Mathematicians, physics students, engineering enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the mechanics of amusement rides and unit conversions.