Disney's New Boom Arm Ride System: A Look at the Patent Drawings

A look at the patent drawings from Disney's new US 2026/0027482 A1 filing, which describes a ride system using an articulating arm to lift, reposition, and move ride vehicles during an attraction. The diagrams show the system applied to water rides, land vehicles, and flying rides.

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Disney's New Boom Arm Ride System: A Look at the Patent Drawings
Disney's New Boom Arm Ride System: A Look at the Patent Drawings
Disney's New Boom Arm Ride System: A Look at the Patent Drawings
Disney's New Boom Arm Ride System: A Look at the Patent Drawings
Disney's New Boom Arm Ride System: A Look at the Patent Drawings
Disney's New Boom Arm Ride System: A Look at the Patent Drawings
Disney's New Boom Arm Ride System: A Look at the Patent Drawings
Disney's New Boom Arm Ride System: A Look at the Patent Drawings

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