GB/T 18160-2025 Specifications of space-gyro type of rides English, Anglais, Englisch, Inglés, えいご
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ICS 13.340.01
CCS H 57
National Standard of the People's Republic of China
GB/T 18160-2025
Replaces GB/T 18160-2008
Specifications of space-gyro type of rides
Issue date: 2025-06-30 Implementation date: 2026-07-01
Issued by the General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine of the People's Republic of China
the Standardization Administration of the People's Republic of China
Contents
Foreword
1 Scope
2 Normative References
3 Terms and Definitions
4 Technical Requirements
5 Inspection and Testing
6 Packaging, Transportation, and Storage
References
Specifications of space-gyro type of rides
1 Scope
This document specifies the technical requirements, inspection and testing requirements, as well as packaging, transportation, and storage for gyroscopic amusement rides.
This document is applicable to the design, manufacturing, installation, use, modification, repair, inspection, and testing of gyroscopic amusement ride products.
2 Normative References
The following documents contain provisions that, through reference in this text, constitute essential clauses of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest version (including any amendments) applies.
GB/T 191 Packaging-Pictorial marking for handling of goods
GB/T 755 Rotating electrical machines-Rating and performance
GB/T 118 Geometrical tolerancing-Tolerances of form, orientation, location, and run-out
GB/T 1804 General tolerances-Tolerances for linear and angular dimensions
GB/T 5226.1 Safety of machinery-Electrical equipment of machines-Part 1: General requirements
GB/T 8923 (all parts) Preparation of steel substrates before application of paints and related products-Visual assessment of surface cleanliness
GB/T 9286 Paints and varnishes-Cross-cut test
GB/T 13384 General technical requirements for packaging of mechanical and electrical products
GB/T 13912 Metallic coatings-Hot-dip galvanized coatings on fabricated iron and steel articles-Specifications and test methods
GB/T 19804 General dimensional and geometrical tolerances for welded structures
GB/T 20050-2020 General requirements for inspection and testing of large-scale amusement rides
GB/T 20306 Terminology for amusement rides
GB/T 34370 (all parts) Non-destructive testing for amusement rides
3 Terms and Definitions
Terms and definitions defined in GB/T 20306, as well as the following, apply to this document.
3.1 Gyroscopic Amusement Ride
A ride where the passenger compartment rotates around a variable-inclination axis or has a similar motion pattern.
Note: Gyroscopic amusement rides include the gyro series and other types. Typical examples of the gyro series include the "Brave Rotor" and "Double Flyer," while other types include the "Extreme Windmill," "Disco Rotor," and "Cinematic Robotic Arm." Common gyroscopic amusement ride illustrations are shown in Figure 1.
[Source: GB/T 20306-2017, 2.3.1.2]
4 Technical Requirements
4.1 General Requirements
4.1.1 The technical parameters of gyroscopic amusement rides shall include at least the following: tilt angle, rotation diameter, operating speed, operating height, number of cabins, passenger capacity per cabin, and total passenger capacity.
4.1.2 The design documentation for gyroscopic amusement rides shall include at least the following: design manual, design calculation report, operation and maintenance manual, design drawings, risk assessment report, design verification test plan, nameplate, and lists of major load-bearing components and critical welds.
4.2 Mechanical and Structural Requirements
4.2.1 Important shafts (pins) that are difficult to inspect or test in gyroscopic amusement rides shall be designed for infinite life.
4.2.2 Important shafts (pins) (e.g., boom pin, hydraulic cylinder pin, cabin suspension pin, restraint bar pin) and critical welds in major load-bearing components (e.g., boom butt welds, hydraulic cylinder support welds) shall undergo non-destructive testing. The testing methods and requirements shall comply with GB/T 34370 (all parts).
4.2.3 Dimensional and geometric tolerances of components shall meet the design requirements. For machined parts, unmarked dimensional and geometric tolerances shall comply with GB/T 1804 and GB/T 1184. For welded structures, unmarked dimensional and geometric tolerances shall comply with GB/T 19804.
4.2.4 When the support arm is connected to the turntable via flanges, the contact surface spot rate shall be no less than 70%, and the maximum edge gap shall not exceed 1 mm.
4.2.5 Important steel structures with uncoated internal surfaces shall be designed as closed cavities.
4.2.6 Hydraulic/pneumatic rotary joints shall operate flexibly and be reliably sealed.
4.2.7 If decorative covers obstruct major load-bearing components, they shall be easily removable.
4.3 Electrical and Control Systems
4.3.1 The design and installation of electrical systems shall comply with the relevant provisions of GB/T 5226.1.
4.3.2 Safety-related electrical control systems for gyroscopic amusement rides shall comply with the fail-safe principle.
4.3.3 Safety-related electrical control systems shall be designed to ensure safety in the event of signal acquisition errors, control line breaks, power supply interruptions, short circuits, or leakage.
4.3.4 The safety functions of control systems should comply with GB/T 16855.1. Control systems using programmable electronic devices should meet the requirements of GB/T 20438 (all parts).
4.3.5 Gyroscopic amusement rides shall be equipped with video surveillance covering critical operational areas to record operator, staff, passenger, and equipment status. The power supply for video surveillance shall be independent of the main power supply, and video storage shall last no less than 10 days.
4.3.6 For installations at altitudes exceeding 1,000 m, motor capacity shall be verified per GB/T 755. For altitudes above 2,000 m, power distribution and protective devices shall also be verified.
4.3.7 Electrical cabinets, control panels, power units (e.g., motors, brakes), actuators (e.g., solenoid valves, electric actuators), electronic components (e.g., limit switches, proximity sensors), and exposed slip rings in outdoor or damp environments shall be weatherproof or use weather-resistant devices.
4.3.8 Control buttons, handles, and software interfaces shall be clearly labeled in Chinese.
4.3.9 Disco rotors shall not operate in manual control mode during normal operation.
4.4 Safety Devices and Protective Measures
4.4.1 If a single component failure in the cabin-to-structure connection risks ejecting the cabin, a backup safety measure shall be in place.
4.4.2 If two or more cinematic robotic arms operate on the same track, at least two anti-collision control measures shall be implemented.
4.4.3 Air compressor and hydraulic station rooms shall have adequate ventilation to meet operational requirements.
4.4.4 Areas under the vertical projection of the ride with falling object hazards shall have personnel barriers or anti-falling object measures.
Standard
GB/T 18160-2025 Specifications of space-gyro type of rides (English Version)
GB/T 18160-2025 Specifications of space-gyro type of rides English, Anglais, Englisch, Inglés, えいご
This is a draft translation for reference among interesting stakeholders. The finalized translation (passing through draft translation, self-check, revision and verification) will be delivered upon being ordered.
ICS 13.340.01
CCS H 57
National Standard of the People's Republic of China
GB/T 18160-2025
Replaces GB/T 18160-2008
Specifications of space-gyro type of rides
Issue date: 2025-06-30 Implementation date: 2026-07-01
Issued by the General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine of the People's Republic of China
the Standardization Administration of the People's Republic of China
Contents
Foreword
1 Scope
2 Normative References
3 Terms and Definitions
4 Technical Requirements
5 Inspection and Testing
6 Packaging, Transportation, and Storage
References
Specifications of space-gyro type of rides
1 Scope
This document specifies the technical requirements, inspection and testing requirements, as well as packaging, transportation, and storage for gyroscopic amusement rides.
This document is applicable to the design, manufacturing, installation, use, modification, repair, inspection, and testing of gyroscopic amusement ride products.
2 Normative References
The following documents contain provisions that, through reference in this text, constitute essential clauses of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest version (including any amendments) applies.
GB/T 191 Packaging-Pictorial marking for handling of goods
GB/T 755 Rotating electrical machines-Rating and performance
GB/T 118 Geometrical tolerancing-Tolerances of form, orientation, location, and run-out
GB/T 1804 General tolerances-Tolerances for linear and angular dimensions
GB/T 5226.1 Safety of machinery-Electrical equipment of machines-Part 1: General requirements
GB/T 8923 (all parts) Preparation of steel substrates before application of paints and related products-Visual assessment of surface cleanliness
GB/T 9286 Paints and varnishes-Cross-cut test
GB/T 13384 General technical requirements for packaging of mechanical and electrical products
GB/T 13912 Metallic coatings-Hot-dip galvanized coatings on fabricated iron and steel articles-Specifications and test methods
GB/T 19804 General dimensional and geometrical tolerances for welded structures
GB/T 20050-2020 General requirements for inspection and testing of large-scale amusement rides
GB/T 20306 Terminology for amusement rides
GB/T 34370 (all parts) Non-destructive testing for amusement rides
3 Terms and Definitions
Terms and definitions defined in GB/T 20306, as well as the following, apply to this document.
3.1 Gyroscopic Amusement Ride
A ride where the passenger compartment rotates around a variable-inclination axis or has a similar motion pattern.
Note: Gyroscopic amusement rides include the gyro series and other types. Typical examples of the gyro series include the "Brave Rotor" and "Double Flyer," while other types include the "Extreme Windmill," "Disco Rotor," and "Cinematic Robotic Arm." Common gyroscopic amusement ride illustrations are shown in Figure 1.
[Source: GB/T 20306-2017, 2.3.1.2]
4 Technical Requirements
4.1 General Requirements
4.1.1 The technical parameters of gyroscopic amusement rides shall include at least the following: tilt angle, rotation diameter, operating speed, operating height, number of cabins, passenger capacity per cabin, and total passenger capacity.
4.1.2 The design documentation for gyroscopic amusement rides shall include at least the following: design manual, design calculation report, operation and maintenance manual, design drawings, risk assessment report, design verification test plan, nameplate, and lists of major load-bearing components and critical welds.
4.2 Mechanical and Structural Requirements
4.2.1 Important shafts (pins) that are difficult to inspect or test in gyroscopic amusement rides shall be designed for infinite life.
4.2.2 Important shafts (pins) (e.g., boom pin, hydraulic cylinder pin, cabin suspension pin, restraint bar pin) and critical welds in major load-bearing components (e.g., boom butt welds, hydraulic cylinder support welds) shall undergo non-destructive testing. The testing methods and requirements shall comply with GB/T 34370 (all parts).
4.2.3 Dimensional and geometric tolerances of components shall meet the design requirements. For machined parts, unmarked dimensional and geometric tolerances shall comply with GB/T 1804 and GB/T 1184. For welded structures, unmarked dimensional and geometric tolerances shall comply with GB/T 19804.
4.2.4 When the support arm is connected to the turntable via flanges, the contact surface spot rate shall be no less than 70%, and the maximum edge gap shall not exceed 1 mm.
4.2.5 Important steel structures with uncoated internal surfaces shall be designed as closed cavities.
4.2.6 Hydraulic/pneumatic rotary joints shall operate flexibly and be reliably sealed.
4.2.7 If decorative covers obstruct major load-bearing components, they shall be easily removable.
4.3 Electrical and Control Systems
4.3.1 The design and installation of electrical systems shall comply with the relevant provisions of GB/T 5226.1.
4.3.2 Safety-related electrical control systems for gyroscopic amusement rides shall comply with the fail-safe principle.
4.3.3 Safety-related electrical control systems shall be designed to ensure safety in the event of signal acquisition errors, control line breaks, power supply interruptions, short circuits, or leakage.
4.3.4 The safety functions of control systems should comply with GB/T 16855.1. Control systems using programmable electronic devices should meet the requirements of GB/T 20438 (all parts).
4.3.5 Gyroscopic amusement rides shall be equipped with video surveillance covering critical operational areas to record operator, staff, passenger, and equipment status. The power supply for video surveillance shall be independent of the main power supply, and video storage shall last no less than 10 days.
4.3.6 For installations at altitudes exceeding 1,000 m, motor capacity shall be verified per GB/T 755. For altitudes above 2,000 m, power distribution and protective devices shall also be verified.
4.3.7 Electrical cabinets, control panels, power units (e.g., motors, brakes), actuators (e.g., solenoid valves, electric actuators), electronic components (e.g., limit switches, proximity sensors), and exposed slip rings in outdoor or damp environments shall be weatherproof or use weather-resistant devices.
4.3.8 Control buttons, handles, and software interfaces shall be clearly labeled in Chinese.
4.3.9 Disco rotors shall not operate in manual control mode during normal operation.
4.4 Safety Devices and Protective Measures
4.4.1 If a single component failure in the cabin-to-structure connection risks ejecting the cabin, a backup safety measure shall be in place.
4.4.2 If two or more cinematic robotic arms operate on the same track, at least two anti-collision control measures shall be implemented.
4.4.3 Air compressor and hydraulic station rooms shall have adequate ventilation to meet operational requirements.
4.4.4 Areas under the vertical projection of the ride with falling object hazards shall have personnel barriers or anti-falling object measures.
