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181. 3D again?
... be too brittle for running rails. The PLA+ filament appears to be surprisingly tough and durable after some preliminary testing. It's about 50 years since I last messed with RC (gliders), so that's a whole new digital world to discover. But the track comes first. cheers, Martin. posted: 16 Dec 2019 17:50 from: Trevor Walling Hello Martin, You might find Bob Gledhill's efforts on the MERG 3D Wiki page of interest. There are some quite usable parts that have been printed that Bob has developed. Regards Trevor. posted: 18 Dec 2019 04:06 from: Andrew Barrowman It might be a bit easier to see what's going on here with this image. (Webs between timbers omitted for clarity) 2983_172249_570000000.jpg 2983_172352_100000000.jpg The model was produced in TurboCAD from a 2D template imported fom Templot. The plates are 3D "blocks" positioned at the intersections of the rail gauge face and the timber center lines. The plates that have slots angled to accept the rail base are "milled" in situ with a 3D subtract ...
... web space at Data 1. The reason for the move is that our previous hosting provider modified their database server settings over New Year, and since 28th December I have not been able to make reliable backups of the Templot Club database. It would be a great misfortune to lose the accumulated content on Templot Club, and having a reliable backup is essential. So we have moved to a new host. Templot Club is now in the safe hands of Jim Hale at Data 1 Systems in Columbus, Ohio. Jim is the developer of the UltraBB software which runs Templot Club, and has a very robust backup schedule on all his hosted accounts. In addition, I can now make my own backups again. Which means that our content is safely backed up on both sides of the pond! Unfortunately moving the whole thing means that you need to update your bookmarks to the new address, and log in again here before you can post messages. Sorry about that. If you have forgotten your log in password there is a mechanism to change it on ...
183. Changes in 217a
... software Hi Dave, That aspect doesn't concern me much. I'm not really interested in what happens in other software unless it would clearly be helpful in the design of model railway track. For example Jeff Geary's Trax has an ingenious dummy template which can be used as a double-track spacer. I've been minded to steal that idea for years. What would be helpful would be to know which specific functions you would want to assign to a custom button or menu item or keyboard shortcut? The internal design of Templot having been developed piecemeal over 20 years, would make it a major coding task to allow any function to be assigned to any button. What I do feel is that it is easy to forget that Templot is a hobby program. It is not a case of "time is money" as in business software. It doesn't actually matter if it takes a few seconds to find the next function in the menus. In fact it can be helpful to give you time to think what you are doing, and not become click-happy ...
... bridge anywhere, for example if you need a 1:4 1/4. 3. The height of the bridge piece- and all the other dimensions- is not actually that critical, but if you think about how the crossing angle is worked out ie "1 in x" then if the height is say, 10mm above the base, then the marks along the side will be 10mm apart (in principle) 4. I am happy to provide a drawing BUT I would point out that my dimensions are entirely developed from the materials to hand- thus, the thickness of the bit of brass I found in my scrap box dictated the design of the whole thing. What I would therefore prefer to do is to illustrate the rocket science a bit- not least because those more knowledgeable than myself can put me right! I am having my tea now, but perhaps this evening, I will try to knock up a sketch showing the principles. One thing I must have said a thousand times in this forum is that PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT ...
... topic: 2266 Getting existing templates from Templot posted: 22 Jul 2013 14:15 from: Paul Scott I have designed a new layout using Templot. Thank you for developing the software once I had got used to how it worked I found it a brilliant tool and very enjoyable to use. I have a problem. I have bought a new computer and downloaded the Templot software. It all works fine except that I cannot get my existing templates on the new computer. I have tried various things without success. The existing templates are still available to download on the old computer. Could you tell me how to go about this please. Regards, Paul Scott posted: 22 Jul 2013 14:40 from: Martin Wynne Hi Paul, Welcome to Templot Club, and thanks for the kind words. If your existing files are from Templot2: From your old computer, copy the entire C:\TEMPLOT_DEV\ folder to the new computer. After doing that it would be a good idea to download and install Templot2 again to be sure that ...
... topic: 2242 Adding a conductor (third) rail to a template posted: 28 Jun 2013 12:08 from: TonyHagon (This text and images awaiting review by Martin for accuracy and because I am sure that there is a better way of doing it than I describe here!) In developing the templates for Brighton 75A, I wanted to add the position of the conductor rail to the running tracks of the West Coast (Hove) branch and West Sidings. Here's how I did it: First of all, some sums... The extremely helpful webpage: http://homepage.ntlworld.com/russelliott/3rd-4th.html shows the distance from the inside face of the running rail to the centre of the conductor rail to be 1' 4"= 5.3mm in 4mm/ft (I ignored the tolerances given on the webpage). Using the rail section drawings lower down the same page for the 106lb rail, the rail head is given as 1.08 mm. Take half of this (0.54mm) and subtract from the dimension above to ...
187. Lack of Trap Points?
... involves a massive delay- and delays now incur penalties. Because penalties are cumulative a single delay can easily be far greater than the cost of providing locking. For the really modern scene there is also a strong trend to make all Passenger Carrying lines Bi-Directional. This Bi-Di facility can be complete or as an reduced provision. In either case it means that all connections become potentially Facing for Passenger Carrying movements- and therefore all the points get to be fitted and interlocked with FPL arrangements. In addition- the development of larger and faster freight trains from the 1960s tended to mean that any Facing Points in non-Passenger lines increasingly became fitted with FPLs or self-Locking equipment. The freight-lines at Arpley Junction (Warrington) have a set of Switched Diamonds with mechanical FPLs that are nicely visible from a road over-bridge. posted: 28 Feb 2015 11:47 from: JFS D Foster, Many thanks for a comprehensive account- well done! Just to add that the requirement for 440 yards in rear of a ...
... me to finish off the partial templates, or do you want to do that yourself? regards, Martin. posted: 9 Jul 2013 22:00 from: TonyHagon Martin Wynne wrote: Hi Tony, Glad it worked. Do you want me to finish off the partial templates, or do you want to do that yourself? regards, Martin. Oh... I hadn't realised that they needed any more work.... to be honest I haven't had too much time to look closely, work on Protocab developments have been occupying us for most of the day. I would be grateful if you'd do that for me. However, your warning about the age of the OS map is well founded. During a coffee break I looked closely at a photo I have of both sets of tandems (I can't publish it as I don't have the copyright) and- horror!- the other three way tandem is completely reversed from the way it's shown on the OS. I've tried to copy your work, Martin, by trying to ...
... Martin demonstrating it at Scaleforum and obtained a second hand laptop just to try it on. Way back then it was version 0.78e and if it had progressed no further it would still have been an excellent program. Since then it has come on leaps and bounds. How many other programs could you put something in the suggestion box and find it added to the next update? It still amazes me how well it works. After a while you begin to realise that there are patterns emerging in the way different functions work and I developed an attitude of 'if want to do something, it is in there somewhere, I just have to find it'. I could go on but Martin, you have given us track builders/ designers something unique and very special and that is why I am proud to be part of this forum and try to help spread the word and help others realise something of Templots true potential. There is no reward without effort so all those newbys out there, persevere, the results will be worth it. Tony W. posted ...
... took BT almost a month to resolve, during which time I had no broadband connection, and so was unable to use Templot 2. I reverted to using 0.9 which I still had on my computer. I didn't notice any significant problems in loading box files created in Templot2 into 0.9, nor in subsequently re-loading them into Templot2 after BT finally bestirred themselves into repairing the line. I did of course notice the loss of functionality that is available in Templot2, and it made it very clear just how far Templot2 has developed in a relatively short space of time, and how much of that I had begun to "take for granted". Once you've got used to the differences in Templot 2 you won't regret the move. But I'd advise keeping version 0.9, just in case.... All the best, Stuart posted: 7 Apr 2013 22:23 from: Martin Wynne Hayfield wrote: Is there any need to keep the old version once you have Templot2 please? Hi John, You paid me for the old version. ...
191. New version
... posted: 3 Dec 2014 11:39 from: bainin Hi Martin, FYI Avast anti-virus tries to block the latest Templot download. I have reported it as a false positive and have downloaded it with a-v turned off, but thought you might want to know. May be one of these "heuristic" efforts to block all new programs... Regards, Mike Parts of Templot Club may not function unless you enable JavaScript (also called Active Scripting) in your browser. Templot Club> Forums> Development doings- archive> New version about Templot Club Templot Companion- User Guide- A-Z Index Templot Explained for beginners Please click: important information for new members and first-time visitors. indexing link for search engines back to top of page Please read this important note about copyright: Unless stated otherwise, all the files submitted to this web site are copyright and the property of the respective contributor. You are welcome to use them for your own personal non-commercial purposes, and in your messages on this web ...
192. Making 6ft Way 7 ft
... topic: 2179 Making 6ft Way 7 ft posted: 16 Mar 2013 12:52 from: Ian T Hi, I've been trying to develop a fairly complex double track station with 5 platforms that involves several double slips and lots of crossovers. Reading several of your threads the 6ft way is only nominal so I felt that I would be safer clearance wise if I improved the track spacing to 50 mm. I then set up the {gauge/ Scale selector- custom-a} to basically EM dimensions except adjacent track centres of 50 mm and Min radius of 900 mm. When I start creating track I get EM dimensions. The Gauge/ Scale selector shows "50.00 mm Adjacent track centres, T S. (44.67 in use)". 1. Where did I go wrong? and secondly how should I calculate the correct spacer ring diameter to check my spacings? (Or better still where should I have gone to find out the information?) Ian Trotter posted: 16 Mar 2013 14:11 from: Martin Wynne Hi Ian ...
193. 3D view?
... Paul Charland) Martin. posted: 29 Aug 2013 11:40 from: Martin Wynne Here's how to have some fun. I have found the .3pi file and updated the old 2003 notes: Using 3rd PlanIt™ you can visualize your Templot track plan in 3D, add mock-up buildings and scenic effects, and "walk-through" your planned layout on the screen. And to a limited extent train simulations can be run over these Templot tracks on-screen in 3rd PlanIt. 3rd PlanIt (3PI) is developed by Randy Pfeiffer -- see http://www.trackplanning.com A free demo version is available -- download from: http://www.trackplanning.com/download.htm This screenshot view shows the approach tracks to Hopton Clee. These are tracks from Templot using GWR switches: hc_3pi_9.jpg The turnouts are laid out on a sweeping transition curve. Ballasting is in progress in the foreground. The Santa Fe Railway has running powers over these GWR metals, and a train will shortly be arriving in the bay platform on the left. hc_3pi_2.jpg Here is ...
... seem to be that they want to install the software and start playing, without investing any time in learning how it works or even what Templot really is! I'm not a member of HMRS so I can't reply to the original post, but I hope someone has corrected the inaccuracies in it. Many of the statements presented as fact are simply untrue, even allowing for the very old version that's being referred to. Cheers posted: 3 Dec 2013 21:46 from: Andy Vines Exactly and I hope that Martin continues to develop it for the users that appreciate his efforts. Its a great piece of software that as far as I know has no alternative. posted: 8 Dec 2013 10:56 from: Alan Turner I am reminded of the saying: "Better to keep ones mouth shut and have people think you are a fool than to open it and put the matter beyond doubt". Parts of Templot Club may not function unless you enable JavaScript (also called Active Scripting) in your browser. Templot Club> Forums> Templot talk ...
195. Start up gauge T55
... Files saved from the current version reload correctly. In the meantime there are two ways to avoid the problem: 1. reload such files from the recent files list, as you found. 2. launch Templot by double-clicking on the .box file, or if it's a .box file download by opening the file via your browser. Thanks again for the report. regards, Martin. Parts of Templot Club may not function unless you enable JavaScript (also called Active Scripting) in your browser. Templot Club> Forums> Development doings- archive> Start up gauge T55 about Templot Club Templot Companion- User Guide- A-Z Index Templot Explained for beginners Please click: important information for new members and first-time visitors. indexing link for search engines back to top of page Please read this important note about copyright: Unless stated otherwise, all the files submitted to this web site are copyright and the property of the respective contributor. You are welcome to use them for your own personal non-commercial purposes, and in your messages on ...
196. Track Plan 01
... /index.php?n =Sheds.LLANRWST As far as the junction at Bethesda; I did find (on line) some late BR diagrams c1960s thru 1990s which show initially a standard dual track single line junction as per the Board of Trade (BOT) recommendations and later a simplified ladder junction and later still the junction is removed completely. So my guess is that it was (in later LNWR and LMS days) a standard dual track single line junction. When I look at your Templot plan I can see roughly how it has developed. You have copied the major aspects of the prototype plan however; as Nigel has hinted in his response, when you flipped the plan to its mirror image you have lost a very basic aspect of UK prototype practice wherein the trains drive on the left hand track and facing points were avoided where possible. I hope that you find my comments constructive and that I am not rehashing things that you may already well know. Best regards, Pierre Last edited on 15 Jan 2014 06:28 by Pierre posted: 15 Jan ...
197. Ludgate Hill North
... from the dialog. For the tiled maps it's easy: 1. enter a name 2. select a tiled map 3. specify the location. You can do that by pasting the URL from your browser. 4. click the load map button. regards, Martin. posted: 25 Sep 2017 21:57 from: JFS Martin Wynne wrote: You haven't been paying attention.... regards, Martin. Hello Martin, Maybe not for the first time... In truth, I have been following the development of the functionality- but overlooked the all-important detail about the map series! Now all we need is a photo or two to understand how on earth this formation all worked... I did a quick check and from the stops at Holborn Viaduct, to the far end of Ludgate Hill Train shed is 1350 feet (less than 20 feet in 4mm)... Rather less than the length of Moretonhampstead (1389ft.) ... Surely it must tempt someone Keep up the good work! Best ...
198. Printing problems
... SuperA3 (13" x 19") which is much bigger. If you load A3 paper but set the printer to A3+ paper size, you will lose about 2" of printing on each page. regards, Martin. Good morning and thank you Martin My printer was set to A3+!!! All is well now and sorry for having troubled you. Best wishes Peter Parts of Templot Club may not function unless you enable JavaScript (also called Active Scripting) in your browser. Templot Club> Forums> Development doings- archive> Printing problems about Templot Club Templot Companion- User Guide- A-Z Index Templot Explained for beginners Please click: important information for new members and first-time visitors. indexing link for search engines back to top of page Please read this important note about copyright: Unless stated otherwise, all the files submitted to this web site are copyright and the property of the respective contributor. You are welcome to use them for your own personal non-commercial purposes, and in your messages on this web ...
199. Zoom Focus
... for zoom and found Alan Turner's question and your response. If only I had seen that before starting on my mammoth station design! In my previous, money earning, life I used Autocad and other programs that do zoom at the mouse pointer and find that it is a much more natural way to work than to have the zoom centered on the screen. I wonder if zooming on the pointer should be the default in 2.15b rather than zooming at the centre? Anyone else have opinions on this? Thanks again for all your development efforts Cheers Fraser posted: 12 Sep 2017 18:55 from: Martin Wynne FraserSmith wrote: I wonder if zooming on the pointer should be the default in 2.15b rather than zooming at the centre? Hi Fraser, I included that option because several folks asked for it, but I think it must be a Marmite thing. Whenever I have tried it I found it very uncomfortable to use and I always end up dragging the screen to the centre anyway. The same on the OS Maps site. Whether it should be ...
... crossing angles are concerned, you can use the following keys: F9 --- To adjust the diagonal road alignment and angle of crossing Vee F10 --- To adjust the forward and backward position hence the angle of the K crossing point. In general to align an irregular diamond that has a very short (small) K angle, it is necessary to use both the above keys alternatively to get the best (if not quite correct) alignment of both the Main and Diagonal roads of the diamond crossing. I have developed my own method if I ever need a very accurate crossing match, which gets much more complicated, and you have to use multiple templates to do. It is, in general terms, done by using copied diamond templates, and using them on each of the curves for only the main road halves in each case, then removing the unwanted diagonal road parts, you then have to use additional partial templates to tidy up the K crossing area. However, I will not go any more into this method, as I ...
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