Abstract: An amusement ride for humans which utilizes at least one vehicle which is to be operatively moved on a track. The vehicle is to be tied to the track so as to prevent separation of the vehicle from the track with this tying to the track being accomplished by a guide blade that is attached to and protrudes from the vehicle which rides within a slot arrangement formed in the track. The track includes a braking area, and within that braking area there are a plurality of braking units located in an in-line sequence. Prior to each braking area, there is a centering rail section which is included within the track. The guide blade has to pass through a centering rail section prior to the entering of each braking unit. The centering rail section includes a through centering slot. The through centering slot narrows in width with the narrowness occurring in the direction of travel.

Abstract: A waiting line management system that can be applied in any setting where usage demand exceeds the capacity for any attraction (ride, event, concert, food service outlet or any other type of entertainment, product or service) which results in a waiting period in a queue for human patrons to receive delivery of the desired entertainment, product or service. The system is activated by means of a card or electronic identification device which is issued to certain patrons and by which the patrons shall be permitted use of a plurality of computer access terminals. Using the card at these terminals, the card carrying patron can select various choices and be advised of time slot windows available to utilize attractions as well as perform other functions such as confirm or change existing selections, communicate with other card patrons, summon emergency aid, and providing for cashless monetary payment for goods and services.