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Re: programmed switching systems
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lugnet.trains
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Tue, 30 Oct 2007 08:08:34 GMT
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Graham Watson wrote:
> Hello everyone,
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> In several places on my 9V Lego train layout, I have sidings which provide the
> opportunity for a train to overtake another train which is travelling on the
> same track in the same direction. I would like to automate this process and I am
> part way there but would like a little help from someone if possible. I am a
> skilled programmer and competent with electronics but I am unaware of the Lego
> programmable tools available and/or how to use them in this situation.
The RCX would be ideal for this (and is indeed what the light sensors
are designed for.
I wrote my stuff in NQC using Bricx Command Center.
They are easily available on eBay or bricklink, and some even have a
built in power socket.
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Dean Earley, Dee (dean@earlsoft.co.uk)
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