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Do you have an idea for an electronic enhancement to your layout but need help making it a reality?
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The mission of TrainElectronics.com is to develop microcontroller based electronic devices for the model railroad community and to educate model railroaders so that they can build and modify their own electronic controls.

Most of the products and projects explored here are based on the PICAXE or PIC microcontrollers and are programmed in BASIC.
 

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"I am always doing that which I cannot do, in order that I may learn how to do it. "
Pablo Picasso

 

This spot on the TrainElectronics.com Home Page is used to highlight our latest project.

Timers for Animation
Part I and Part II

Where and how would a hobbyist use a timer on a model railroad?  Can a timer be customized to operate an animation in a specific way?  Can a timer be used to automatically stop & start trains at a station?  How can I use a timer to automate the operation of a train exhibit?  What kind of timers are available that might be appropriate for model railroad use?  I have a unique timing requirement and have not been able to find a commercial timer that can accommodate my needs.  Can I build and program my own timer to solve this problem?

These questions and more will be answered as we explore timers that can be used to control the behavior of our trains and to provide animation on our layouts.

revised 10-06-09