Disney files patent Archives

Disney Files Water Flume Patent Hinting at Possible ‘Moana’ Ride

July 15, 2024

Technical diagram of a sailing vessel with various labeled components and a partially filled sail, designated as FIG. 3B. Arrows and numbers point to specific parts of the vessel, reminiscent of the detailed illustrations found in a Disney water flume ride patent.

Disney has filed a patent for a new two-dimensional guiding system that could change points of view on a water flume ride. The patent’s images hint at a possible “Moana”-inspired ride. Potential ‘Moana’ Water Flume Ride Patent The patent, named “Guided boat with external discrete yaw control,” was filed in 2020 and published in 2024. … Read more

Disney Files Patent for Possible New Ride System With ‘Drop Swing’ Track

November 22, 2022

park ride with drop swing patent diagram

Every year, Disney Enterprises files patents for a wide variety of inventions – some of which become reality. Recently, a patent, which Disney submitted on May 17, 2021, was published. This patent is for a new park ride system entitled “PARK RIDE WITH DROP SWING PROPULSION.” This patent states this is a “park ride for … Read more