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Brakes
A device used to slow or stop the train on a roller coaster. Brakes are placed on the brake run, but may also be located along the course the train travels to slow the train down if necessary or stop it at a block. Related terms are block brake, trim brake and brake run. Types of brakes include skid brakes, fin brakes, and magnetic brakes.
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- Part of Speech: noun
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- Industry/Domain: Entertainment
- Category: Amusement parks
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- Product: Roller coaster
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