How does the Tea Cups funfair ride work?

Bring the whirl of the fairground to your event with our enchanting Tea Cups funfair ride. Ideal for team building days, corporate events, and themed events, the Tea Cups ride offers a delightful mix of gentle spins and exciting twirls, making it perfect for all ages.

At the heart of our Tea Cups ride is the principle of centripetal force. This force is crucial as it acts on the riders moving in a circular path, directing them toward the centre of their circular motion.

Each teacup is mounted on a centre bearing beneath it, akin to a car wheel bearing. This setup sits on a rotating platform powered by a motor, which starts off slowly and gains speed. As the funfair ride platform rotates, ride operators can spin each cup individually, adding to the thrill.

As the teacups spin around the central axis, centripetal force comes into play. This force is essential for keeping the riders seated, following the curved path of the ride due to gravitational pull. It’s this scientific principle that ensures safety while adding a fun challenge of balancing the spin speed without becoming dizzy.

Next time you’re enjoying a spin on our Tea Cups ride, pay close attention to how the force impacts your body. The faster the cups spin, the more intense the sensation, demonstrating physics in a fun and interactive way.

Whether you're planning a indoor fairground or an outdoor festival, the Tea Cups ride is a classic attraction that never fails to delight. Not only does it offer a visually captivating spectacle with its colourful design and smooth mechanics, but it also provides a hands-on lesson in physics, making it a fantastic educational tool as well.

Add a spin of joy to your next event with our Tea Cups ride, guaranteed to bring smiles and laughter. Contact us today to arrange your funfair hire!