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(URL) (22 years ago, 12-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Thanks y’all! But I'll be heading down to Fairview (404) on Friday. It’ll be on my way to the dinner @ Mel’s on the 13th. Here’s hoppin’ that a few will be left… Appreciatively, --==RïçhårÐ==-- Part’s trading @ Mel’s; I'm in need of about 4(four) (...) (22 years ago, 11-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) LOL!! Well, if I had a girlfriend, I'd bring her. ;) Iain PS - I just had an amazing recovery from nearly blorping this entire MOTT's Fruitsation (Strawberry) all over my lap. I was peeling back the lid, and it SHOT over, and blorped this crap (...) (22 years ago, 11-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I always run into that problem too, Matt. Usually what I try to do is make the vertical axis on which the castor pivots as tall as possible, so the moment on the axle is reduced as much as possible (else it binds). I also try to keep the (...) (22 years ago, 11-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) It's been pushed back to November 24. "Where" is quite obvious.. :) (Hint: Look for a subway station called "Sheppard") Iain (22 years ago, 11-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Kids like action and fast moving vehicles (and we like 'Hey Mister...')-- We could either do something we've done before (a la block (marble) gathering/stacking/whatever) which has been quite entertaining in the past with lots of vehicles 'n (...) (22 years ago, 11-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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I like the idea of having Vending Machines in March for two reasons. I think it will fit well with a library sponsored event were we can show off lots of different robotic designs. Its something they can promote easily. Its something that can run (...) (22 years ago, 11-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Just so you know Matthias, we are meeting at Mel's on Friday. Jeff VW (22 years ago, 11-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Calum, If I understand the goal of the vending machine idea correctly then I would think it would be ideally suited for the event sponsored by the Library. What I mean is if there is active participation for the audience by interacting with the (...) (22 years ago, 11-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Thanks for the chat ROSCO! It was fun, though it showed the problems with the built-in chat program--it doesn't refresh until you type something in. I plan on keeping the block stacking 'bot around until I come up with something better--so log (...) (22 years ago, 11-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Chris: Regina wants to know if Kate is coming to the next dinner? If so, she'll come too. She's been dying for an excuse to go to Swiss Chalet but thinks the rest of us are probably too boring. It think it goes something like: "Anyone who would (...) (22 years ago, 11-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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While continuing to sort, I've ocasionally been distracting myself with other tasks. One of them was to try to build different castor designs. I'm not having much luck, except for one possibly quite unique design I'll bring to the next meeting. What (...) (22 years ago, 11-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) When and where? Matthias Jetleb (22 years ago, 8-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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It may be a good idea to start with rtl13. What event would work best in the library setting? Then, decide on rtl12. It doesn't seem like Trebuchets would be good IN the library. Are they interested/willing to hold the event outside? (is that even (...) (22 years ago, 11-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Hi folks, I'm told my Chris that we need to get our acts together for rtlToronto12 and 13, which are November/December 2002 and March 2003 respectively. This is because 13 will be actively sponsored by the Toronto Public Library-advertised in their (...) (22 years ago, 11-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) (March) and rtlToronto/live1 (June) events. Here's a photo of Greg Hyland running BattleBricks RC and the Live1 photo album: (URL) was pretty nifty-we had four people driving robots at once, but it was unreliable. There were IR dead spots and (...) (22 years ago, 11-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Me too! On my first try! Well sorta - got an unhandled exception & lost control on my *very* first try 8?( Onya Dave! ROSCO (22 years ago, 11-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Have you guys seen this? (URL) (22 years ago, 11-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Richard, They had about 10 rafts at the ToysToysToys in the Eaton center downtown today. $3 each. Let me know by e-mail if you want me to pick some up for you. John (22 years ago, 10-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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If you aren't in a hurry for those, I'll try to check it for you at Fairview Mall since it's pretty close to my school. But I can't guarantee that I'll have time this week cuz I'm quite busy with an upcoming Humane Society event... Kevin "richard (...) (22 years ago, 10-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Yeah the mall is right at 404/Shepard. Just exit at Shepard and follow the sign that says "To Fairview Mall" or "To Fairview Drive". The store is Toys Toys Toys. Kevin "richard noeckel" <shroud_of_kung_fu@hotmail.com> wrote in message (...) (22 years ago, 10-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I think I might have seen this at Square One but I'm not certain. I don't think they had eight of them though. Calum (22 years ago, 10-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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If anyone should find this set plz let me know! 2537 {SHELL Promotional Set: River Raft} (URL) need about 8 of ‘em. Thanks, --==Richard==-- P.S. is the mall in north york, along hwy. 404? (or) By Iain in Kitchener? What store had them? (22 years ago, 10-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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"Kevin Cheng" <cactuar@rogers.com> wrote in message news:H28Ip4.9yy@lugnet.com... (...) Yeah, I'm not sure but I think it's the biggest one here. Right off of Highway 8. It has a nice logo, I remember it as a kid. Iain (22 years ago, 10-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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28 tan 1x1 bricks! Woo woo, I am SO there. Jeff E (...) (22 years ago, 10-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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They have Fairview Mall in Kitchener? Hehe, I didn't know that, the one I was talking about was the one in NorthYork, just beside 404/Shepard exit. The stores that carry the Shell promo sets are called Toys Toys Toys. They can be found in most (...) (22 years ago, 10-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I won't be there either... I'm still stuck up here in Watertown, NY (near Kingston). So far things are going good. I'll see if I can make it to the October dinner. Ben (22 years ago, 10-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Thanks for checking it out! Was it you who was trying to stack 4 blocks? It was a valiant effort, but I didn't make the 'bot grabber arm long enough--maybe a future enhancement! Glad you had fun! Take care. Dave K (22 years ago, 10-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Strange feeling to be able to move blocs with a Lego 'bot 6000 km away !!! Just succeeded to pile up 3 blocs, works fine ;o) Congratulations, Philo www.philohome.com (22 years ago, 10-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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"Kevin Cheng" <cactuar@rogers.com> wrote in message news:H27DDB.yw@lugnet.com... (...) sets (...) Would that be Fairview Mall in Kitchener? What store had them? I live right across the street from it. Iain (22 years ago, 10-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Yeah my friend works at the Hillcrest Toys Toys Toys and she said those sets were sold pretty fast. Though today I still saw some at Fairview Mall and they were on sale for $2.99 each. Kevin "Calum Tsang" <tsangc@mie.utoronto.ca> wrote in message (...) (22 years ago, 10-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Hey folks, For those interested, about a month ago I saw the Shell promo sets mentioned before at the Toys Toys Toys at Square One. I forgot about them quickly but suddenly remembered while scrolling the set database-the sets themselves are nothing (...) (22 years ago, 10-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) NOW I have a challenge. :) -- Chris (22 years ago, 10-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Fixed--the 'bot was stuck up on some blocks. Glad you like it! I'll try to make it less stuckable! Dave (22 years ago, 9-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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"David Koudys" <dkoudys@redeemer.on.ca> wrote in message news:H26H0x.82E@lugnet.com... (...) Maybe for something like that you have to mount the camera over top, pointing down. It might make control harder but if you got an arrow on the top then you (...) (22 years ago, 9-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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-----BEGIN PGP SIGNED MESSAGE----- Hash: SHA1 From: "Jeff Van Winden" snip (...) 4107 will be in short supply. May have large number in stores around December, and a limited number around mid October. snip : : "The only person sure of himself is the (...) (22 years ago, 9-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) The 1x2 brick has never been more central -- over 25% of the pieces are 1x2s. This is the best year for basic sets since 1998. -Erik (22 years ago, 9-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) How 'bout something a little simpler--I could try to do a turtle'bot (like Rob's) and put a marker in it. I can get my hands on big pieces of paper, and then you guys can write to your hearts content :) I'll keep that in mind when this block (...) (22 years ago, 9-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Ya, and dark gray and yellow eyeball bricks and what looks to be a mustache brick. So very cool!! :-) Derek (22 years ago, 9-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Funny you mention this, because Chris' brother just bought a Mini to advertise the Maaco shop he runs. It's very catchy-navy blue and will be covered with Maaco logos! Calum (22 years ago, 9-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) we don't really know that until it appears in the Zellers) YES! Woohoooo! Look at that! Grey and Dark Grey! Plates! Slopes! What a great assortment of pieces. Calum (22 years ago, 9-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) This? (URL) Iain (who would very much like to paint Dave's walls) (22 years ago, 9-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) :( (sad because they'll never be available to the general public in North America, and will likely remain "toys" used as promotional gimicks rather than a good and proper car for everyone - not that it ever was that, with a price tag (...) (22 years ago, 9-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) There's been one at Cloverdale Mall in the Bell World store for over a year now. I even got to sit in it. But no one drives it around. Calum (22 years ago, 9-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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| | Re: [rtlToronto] September Dinner at Mel's (CHANGED)
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Woo Hoo, Now there's a better chance of being able to make it do dinner and actually stay for more then 5 minutes. My festival movie is at the Varsity, so it not that far away. Derek (...) (22 years ago, 9-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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FYI... I just did a search on Lugnet for 4107 and found the following... (URL) this post: (URL) VW (22 years ago, 9-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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| | Re: [rtlToronto] September Dinner at Mel's (CHANGED)
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(...) I'll be there. I dunno if I can skip over to the TSME meeting afterwards... but I'll definitly be at Mels, with a copy of my webcam'bot in tow... Dave (22 years ago, 9-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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The webcam'bot has (mostly) been up for a few weeks straight now. (URL) people have logged in and tried it, and have e-mailed me a few suggestions--most of which I have implemented. The biggest improvement is the grabbing mechanism--now it's pretty (...) (22 years ago, 9-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.robotics.rcx, lugnet.robotics.vc)
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So I was driving down the 401 yesterday afternoon (near young street) and I passed a Smart with the Telelatino (TLN) logo on the side! Has any one else seen one in toronto, is this the first? will there be more? Jeff VW (22 years ago, 9-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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| | [rtlToronto] September Dinner at Mel's (CHANGED)
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Hey folks, A change of plans to accommodate those interested in going to the TSME meeting: We'll be meeting up for dinner at 6 at Mel's instead of Swiss Chalet. Mel's is a lot closer to the TSME meeting, which is at 8 pm. So, see you at Mel's (...) (22 years ago, 9-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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I like this station idea, I think it would be really cool. If you want more space to clear the switchs, the east cross over can be moved three track lengths further into my space. I don't mind if we do this, because I have nothing planed for the (...) (22 years ago, 8-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) This is true, but it means low slung cars can't go through Altenburg, and for example I was thinking of making a street car. This would require a low doorway between the two trucks which would interfere if people encroached that extra stud to (...) (22 years ago, 8-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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The annual TSME picnic is on this week-end. And you are invited. It's a bit of a hike out in Orono but you will see things that you don't normally see. Like an outdoor model railway with working steam engines. Dave Powell usually brings a steam car (...) (22 years ago, 5-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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The start time is 8:00 PM so that could give you a chance to have two meetings. A possible problem though, is that there might not be any seats left if you get there that late. I am not real keen on the area so my suggestion would be to find good (...) (22 years ago, 5-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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GUYS!! I've just been asked buy the library to commit (officially) to a march date this is a snip from the e-mail i got: (...) Do we have a game lined up for R13??? does anyone have any reasonable objections as to why we should not do this??? then (...) (22 years ago, 5-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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I was having a little chat with DOC and he had (once again) invited us to attend one of their meetings. I think that since this coincides with our dinner.... maybe we might just have a go at it..... its downtown (ish) its on a street car line...... (...) (22 years ago, 5-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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I hope to be there, but I have a Film Festival movie that night so I can't stay too long. It will all depend on how early I can get away from work. Derek (22 years ago, 5-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I won't be there. I am going to the TSME (Toronto Society of Model Engineers)meeting next Friday to give a demo of a couple of my robots. I am anxious to see some of their steam engines and such. They are a really talented bunch. Rob (22 years ago, 5-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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"Jeff Elliott" <jeffe@telepres.com> wrote in message news:3D7672F8.7B6150...res.com... (...) Moonsault Scramble which operated from 1983 until very recently at Fujiku Highland in Japan had the record for the highest force of any ride, it was around (...) (22 years ago, 5-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Huh, good point, hadn't thought about the gmax at the bottom :) Mind you, 7 or 8 G sounds like fun... (...) I'd point out that circular motion and sinusoidal motion are interrelated... if you use a cam or off-centre gear drive, you could get (...) (22 years ago, 4-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) 40! Crap. I'll have to see what I've got when I get home. (...) You know, I think I've already stressed to Calum enough how tired I am of hearing people in line, when they first join the queue, and they all turn to one another and ask "Does it (...) (22 years ago, 4-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Thanks, Iain. :) (...) I'm not. Lucky thing, my clothes wouldn't fit if I was Bjork. (...) Nope, it just became "Cyclone" in my head and I didn't go back to look at the name... (...) I think it'll take 40. I can loan you some if you need 'em. (...) (22 years ago, 4-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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In lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, Jeff Elliott writes: (snip) (...) have been daydreaming lately about building some carnival rides having been inspired by some MOC's at BrickFest and a recent small tour of amusements parks in Ohio and Pennsylvania. Your (...) (22 years ago, 4-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) * - if you're Bjork. (...) Do we have an aversion to the prefix "Psy"? ;) (The machine given name is "Psyclone" and Mondial's manufacture name for this machine is "Revolution". I prefer Revolution but it is four sylabals and often it is easier (...) (22 years ago, 4-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) All right, you made me do it: (URL) version looks a lot more cyclone-like. I expanded it to give you the 10-long sides you need, anchored at corners (sides is easy, corners hard). The centre ring is 8 across, but you can easily flesh it out (...) (22 years ago, 4-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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"Jeff Elliott" <jeffe@telepres.com> wrote in message news:3D7512FD.B63C11...res.com... (...) Have you ever seen an Intamin Triple-Wheel? I hate to say it, but I think the last existing one, which was "Hydra" at Lotte World in Korea, has been removed (...) (22 years ago, 4-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Funny you mention this because I was chatting with John just this afternoon at MIE and we just sort of assumed next Friday night. So it's Friday, September 13th, 2002, 6pm Swiss Chalet. For the October dinner, I suggest we find another subway (...) (22 years ago, 4-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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So, when is the next monthly dinner? Chris (22 years ago, 4-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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"Derek Raycraft" <derek.raycraft@sitraka.com> wrote in message news:3D750FCF.200020...aka.com... (...) trains (...) Sure do! So far what I've been doing is just typing in variations on "Transrapid", "Maglev", "Shanghai" and so forth, but here are (...) (22 years ago, 4-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Thanks Derek! I'd add the following observation: For all the "normal" train cars I've tested, if you have a track-side object 3 bricks tall or shorter, it can usually get about 1 stud closer. That's because the train base tends to be just barely (...) (22 years ago, 3-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Cool, do you have a link to anything on this? (...) When is the opening? Maybe if the timeing is right. Derek (22 years ago, 3-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Hey Iain, I recently did a 12-sided ferris wheel, admittedly easier, but I might be able to help: -=<(1)>=- Those 45-degree-bend technic fasteners can do the trick, and here's how. Get 10 fasteners, and 10 axles of the same length; try 6 or 8-longs (...) (22 years ago, 3-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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a) Has anyone else been following the progress of the Shanghai/Podung Airport Transrapid link? I think it will be absolutely without any question the most incredible thing ever to grace the face of transport history. (If you didn't know, currently a (...) (22 years ago, 3-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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"Ralph Hempel" <rhempel@bmts.com> wrote in message news:CAEBIOGHPFFJALB...mts.com... (...) Hey Ralph, thanks for the coments! I'm glad you enjoyed it. I unfortunatley have given up on the pole balancer, I just do not know enough about that kind of (...) (22 years ago, 2-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Iain, Thanks again for the rtl CD. There was some pretty slick editing on it and I really liked all of the other little bots you have made. I hope you haven't given up on the pole balancer yet! Cheers, Ralph (22 years ago, 2-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Hi, I'm back for a couple days, and then I'm off again for a couple more weeks. My folder of pics from Live 1 is here: (URL) write-up, Calum. I can't wait....that means I'll have to buy a RC car... D'oh!!! :) Ben (22 years ago, 1-Sep-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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I've got the corner clearance diagram completed for Altenburg. (URL) setup the clearances trying to maintain at least one stud clearance between the side of the cars and the walls. Any train that uses the 6x28 Train Base should clear the blue (...) (22 years ago, 30-Aug-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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I'm trying to build a model of Psyclone. It's disc is made of ten seating modules of 4 seats each, so the whole thing isn't really a disc, its a decagon. Because you can't put an even number of 2-stud wide chairs on an even-numbered long plate (if (...) (22 years ago, 31-Aug-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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"Calum Tsang" <tsangc@mie.utoronto.ca> wrote in message news:H1ooF5.AnB@lugnet.com... (...) Iain (22 years ago, 31-Aug-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Hey folks, The photos from the live1 event are online here: (URL) to Robert Ziman and Co. who won the prize of a RoboSports package donated by Ben Medinets. As a side note, it's highly likely live2 will use the 8475 RC hardware, as it seems much (...) (22 years ago, 31-Aug-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Hi Jeff, to answer the question with exact detail, I would need to know who many LED you want to put, and what is the typical voltage drop and current of the LEDs. typicaly put them in serie with a resistor. ---|>---|>----|>---/\/\/\---- LED (...) (22 years ago, 30-Aug-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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| | Re: rtlToronto Test Event Photos
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(...) MMMmmmmm, PIÑA COLADA adventures! Lol =P --==Richard==-- (22 years ago, 30-Aug-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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"Calum Tsang" <tsangc@mie.utoronto.ca> wrote in message news:H1MqHy.DCG@lugnet.com... (...) Yo Larry! Can we get some moderation goin' up in here? Sheesh! They ain't pics of crude adventures with pineapples. Iain (22 years ago, 30-Aug-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Hi folks, I uploaded some photos of some smaller non public events from the past months, the kind like rtlToronto10.1 where we test out an idea for a game or event beforehand with a smaller set of people to prove something can work: Trebuchet Demo: (...) (22 years ago, 29-Aug-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Funny you should ask. I've just been reading a paper where the researchers were following a maze of Lego road plates with a Handyboard robot. The idea was to map the layout of plates, assuming no dead-ends. "1997 Visual Programming Challenge (...) (22 years ago, 29-Aug-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Hi folks, I've got an electronics-ish question to ask: I'm building that 2-level station I was talking about before. Looks nice, IMHO. But there's going to be a problem when I'm done: the back area of the lower level is simply going to be too dark. (...) (22 years ago, 29-Aug-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Don't worry, they never send it to me, either. I just took one from the pile at the door. :) (...) Oh, the GASSA? I put them up in my kitchen. I put the flowery one and the circle one next to my stove, and then on the oposite wall next to my (...) (22 years ago, 29-Aug-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Hmmm, I wonder if we could make a MAZE out of these road plates.... Ralph (22 years ago, 29-Aug-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) The new catalogue is out. Woo Hoo! But how come they never send me one. :-( I want oddly named furniture that I assemble myself too. By the way, what did you end up doing with that large chunk of glass with the wavy lines on it? You got it at (...) (22 years ago, 29-Aug-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) ::bangs head on desk:: :falls asleep: z....zzzz 2003 IKEA CATALOGUE!@$(!*@$(!@$! PORFLYTS AND IVIKENS FOR EVERYONE!!!! Iain (22 years ago, 29-Aug-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Yes we have high speed connections. I'm not sure the details, like I'm sure Calum would if he were here. Lots of Ts and Ones. It usually faster surfing here then on my Rogers connection at home. Derek (22 years ago, 29-Aug-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) My guess is they are re-issues. We will see once Lego gets the shop@home pages fixed. Derek (22 years ago, 29-Aug-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Do you guys have a high speed connection at work? We have one like 28.8 modem shared by like 10 computers. And the phone lines in Ayr are tin cans and string. So the modulation isn't as good. Iain (22 years ago, 29-Aug-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Yup. So the sequence is: 9 - 7 - 8 - 6 (studs on each side) If this trend goes on, in only a few years we can make freeways with 2 lanes on each side... :-) (...) Are they a re-issue, or old stock? Pedro (22 years ago, 29-Aug-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) classic Technic!! I'll buy four. Well one for sure anyway. Probably. Iain (22 years ago, 29-Aug-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Forwarding this for exposure. I like these new road plates... The roads are black with a new design that makes them appear wider. (To bad NELUG already owns a couple hundred baseplates...) Note: You make have to cut and paste this link Eric K. (...) (22 years ago, 29-Aug-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.town, lugnet.trains, lugnet.org.us.nelug)
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(...) I'm not sure, it looks like there are only 6 studs between the road and the side of the plate. Doesn't the previous generation have 8? (...) This is very cool, I want one of those cranes. Derek (22 years ago, 29-Aug-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I think they might be having problems at the moment. I just went to shop.lego.com and got the under construction error page. Tried again and it worked. Just try looking under themes Creator with Canada selected as your shipping country. (...) (22 years ago, 29-Aug-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) It looks like the same plates but with out the bike path on the side (hence wider roads) I also saw these two sets in the Whats New section on shop@home (URL) is here... I believe... (URL) appears to be a release of by FAVORITE motor bike.... (...) (22 years ago, 29-Aug-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Why do these URL's never ever ever work for me?! :( They just go to a main page or sometimes when I paste them in they say I'm in a wrong country or something. All I got that time was a page with a list of creator sets... Iain (who is sick of (...) (22 years ago, 29-Aug-02, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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