Train GBC - Back on track.

[doug72]

I have run out of new ideas for modules.  

Any suggestions for new modules welcome.

Idearly with the module powered by the train cart or use Mindstorms.

Edited February 17, 2023 by doug72

[aeh5040]

1. Pass balls directly from one train to another. E.g. one goes over a bridge and opens a hatch dropping them into another waiting below.

2. A linear GBC module situated on the cars of the train itself, which passes the balls along from the back car to the front car in sequence while the train is in motion.

3. Something along the lines of Akiyuki's "Stuck Ball" module but for trains, where the train can only move if it contains enough balls, and the choice is made mechanically.

4. A module that requires sequencing, e.g. like Container Transport or a Pick and Place device, but the sequencing is done mechanically by a train. It goes continuously around a loop (not carrying any balls itself), and attached gear racks provide power to a sequence of gears situated along the track, powering the various actions.

That should keep you busy for starters. I expect to see working prototypes by next week. 😉

[doug72]

On 2/15/2023 at 10:47 PM, aeh5040 said:

1. Pass balls directly from one train to another. E.g. one goes over a bridge and opens a hatch dropping them into another waiting below.

2. A linear GBC module situated on the cars of the train itself, which passes the balls along from the back car to the front car in sequence while the train is in motion.

3. Something along the lines of Akiyuki's "Stuck Ball" module but for trains, where the train can only move if it contains enough balls, and the choice is made mechanically.

4. A module that requires sequencing, e.g. like Container Transport or a Pick and Place device, but the sequencing is done mechanically by a train. It goes continuously around a loop (not carrying any balls itself), and attached gear racks provide power to a sequence of gears situated along the track, powering the various actions.

That should keep you busy for starters. I expect to see working prototypes by next week. 😉

GBC Train:-

I have reviewed your suggestions but I dought any of them would meet the criteria for GBC TRAIN modules.

The Train Car with its ball hopper is the heart of any module by using the train car to power the module and the train reverser.

More complex Train GBC modules are possibly using EV3 to power & control them.

I am currently have an early stages WIP for a new module to transfer a ball hopper to another train car or to ground level to load balls from an GBC Inbox.

 

Edited February 17, 2023 by doug72

[aeh5040]

To me Train GBC means GBC that involves trains in some way. GBC is ultimately about variety - time to think outside the hopper!

Anyway, no worries - glad you've got your inspiration back!

Edited February 17, 2023 by aeh5040

[doug72]

My self unloading ball hopper allows for 30 balls to transfer to any GBC module with the standard inbox 10L height.

Edited February 17, 2023 by doug72