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Re: The Future of Trains
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lugnet.lego
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Mon, 1 Oct 2007 21:57:51 GMT
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In lugnet.lego, Scott Lyttle wrote:
> Well, this is something of a blow to the LTC's doing shows. If the decision has
> been made to discontinue the line and work on a replacment, let us be proactive,
> and indicate the positives of the 9V system that should be worked into a new
> product. I'll start:
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> Key needs for a new LEGO Train system:
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> -High torque with an ability to pull long/heavy loads.
> -Ability to run long distances without significant power loss
> (This should be a key factor for any LTC's that do a lot of shows)
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> -Perhaps work an ability to build a semi-DCC control into the new train line,
> allowing a train to slow around corners and work higher speed on straightaways.
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> Please feel free to add FORWARD THINKING comments and ideas here. Let's not
> bash the decision, but do what we can to work a viable replacement...
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> Scott
Something that doesn't require *dozens* of batteries to have a display with a
few operating trains for a weekend. (/cry/)
Small size motors, for smaller MOCs. The existing 9volt train motor is a good
size.
Ability to have more than one motor on a train.
Ability to 'set and forget', so the trains can run unattended for a period of
time.
Able to integrate with the RCX or NXT.
Power take-off to power headlights and other 9volt accessories we might put on a
train.
This yet-unnamed system will need to be a big improvement over the existing
battery operated remote control trains...
JohnG, GMLTC
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