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posted: 2 Jun 2018 14:21 from: Phil O
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Hi Martin, I have been meaning to ask this question for a long time, but I have finally got around to it. When constructing a tandem turnout, Templot gives the options of regular and curviform, but not the others? I can understand the curviform especially for the third nose. Thanks Phil. |
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posted: 2 Jun 2018 14:46 from: Martin Wynne
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Phil O wrote: I have been meaning to ask this question for a long time, but I have finally got around to it. When constructing a tandem turnout, Templot gives the options of regular and curviform, but not the others? I can understand the curviform especially for the third nose.Hi Phil, I tried to make the automated tandem process as simple as possible. It stops half-way through, so that if you want to change your mind about the new turnout or change to a generic V-crossing before continuing, you can. Unlike the other tools, the make tandem function is only a partial aid, it can't really be otherwise. There is still quite a lot to do afterwards, and if you prefer to build a tandem from scratch you can of course do so. I suspect that some experienced Templot users will continue to do that rather than use the auto function. The advantage of a regular V-crossing over generic is that you can fine-tune the lead length by adjusting the crossing entry straight. This allows the timbering to be aligned, which avoids a lot of subsequent timber shoving. p.s. if/when OpenTemplot is released, everyone can have a go at improving the tandem function and/or adding other functions. cheers, Martin. |
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posted: 3 Jun 2018 09:51 from: Phil O
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Thanks Martin, It was only idle curiosity that I asked. Phil |
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