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Cary Clark / FAQ / Trains / reverse

How do I build a reversing loop?

Manfred Moolhuysen: !

Here are the plans for a reversing loop: http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/train_depot/reverse2.htm

It’s possible to modify this plan so that the point’s switch is not moved. The only restriction is that the train always runs through the loop in the same direction.

In the original version of the reverse loop, the inside rail between the switch and the isolated section is unpowered until the point switch is moved. By eliminating the isolation tape used on the inside rail near the point, the inside rail receives current from the isolated section up to the point junction. The train easily pushes the spring-loaded points open to continue on the powered rail.

Zhengrong Zang: !

I have automated my reversing loop using the Mindstorms RCX or Scout with Microscout. http://legochina.virtualave.net/MOCs/RCXReversingLoop.html

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