One lane Track w/ multiple timers
One lane Track w/ multiple timers
I recall seeing a setup that had multiple timers spaced down the length of a track. I've searched for it over the last two days and have had no luck in finding the webpage. Anyone know what I'm talking about and have a link?
I know where to find the electronic hardware to make the setup, but just wanted to read over any do's and don'ts the webpage offered.
Thanks for helping.
I know where to find the electronic hardware to make the setup, but just wanted to read over any do's and don'ts the webpage offered.
Thanks for helping.
Re: One lane Track w/ multiple timers
PWD-Tex, way back in the 90s when I posted the experiments, I mentioned this as an idea if I ever did any more testing. I don't recall seeing it implemented by anyone, though.PWD-Tex wrote:I recall seeing a setup that had multiple timers spaced down the length of a track. I've searched for it over the last two days and have had no luck in finding the webpage. Anyone know what I'm talking about and have a link?
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Re: One lane Track w/ multiple timers
Our set-up has 8 timing sensors down the lenght of the track (42ft best Track). Unfortunatly, when we have had time to test (run the cars a couple of times to make sure they can finish!), it has been only with the standard set-up. I have not had a chance to collect any data with all the sensors in place. Hope to have some data once the season slows down.
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Re: One lane Track w/ multiple timers
How funny, I am working on the same thing!
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Re: One lane Track w/ multiple timers
When we built our test track at home about four years ago, besides the finish line sensor, I put one about a foot after the starting gate and one at the bottom of the slope so we could measure the "holeshot", the "acceleration" and the "coast" phases. I also installed a fast acting gate to eliminate the gate influence on the "holeshot" measurements.
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Re: One lane Track w/ multiple timers
Aha! Bill is another worthy contender for the "Down and Derby Look-alike" award!ExtremePWD wrote:When we built our test track at home
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Re: One lane Track w/ multiple timers
I resemble that remark! I haven't seen the movie yet but our pack will be showing it in a couple of weeks. I'm sure there will be some similarities. I'm sure my wife will help point them out.