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BVE/OpenBVE Support / Re: R38 Braking

« on: January 07, 2012, 10:10:18 pm »

You need to go into the "train.dat" file and change the value for the "brake up" delay.

Here are instructions:
http://trainsimframework.org/develop/train_train_dat.html#

Go to the "delay section."

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Other Projects / Re: Amtrak from Penn Station, NYC-Westerly, RI

« on: January 01, 2012, 08:14:55 am »

The propulsion sound is a result of the differing Alternating Current Frequencies produced by the Inverter Equipment.

The differing in frequencies is intended as it is used to control the motors, a side effect is the production of the sounds you hear which correspond to the AC frequency.

Essentially, yes. The ES64U2 uses first generation GTO (Gate turn off thrystors) units to modulate current to the traction motors, while the ES64U4 has second generation IGBT (Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistors).
GTO's have a limited chopping capability, hence the older sounding current noise, which tends to have more distinguished frequency changes, as opposed to the IGBT, which can vary frequency at a much higher rate, which produces not only the higher pitch sound, but the more smooth "sound curve" as seen in the ES64U4. IGBT's tend to be more quiet as well due to this capability.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Variable-frequency_drive
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gate_turn-off_thyristor
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/IGBT

U2:
1116 Taurus Acceleration 0-120 km/h
BR 1116 Taurus der ÖBB beschleunigt aus Ingolstadt Nord
Instrumente einer 1116 Taurus Lokomotive

U4
Taurus 1216 von 0 auf 220 km/h (2)
1216-238 OEC 156

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Other Projects / Re: Amtrak from Penn Station, NYC-Westerly, RI

« on: December 31, 2011, 07:20:34 pm »

Hey guys =) so I've been looking around for suitable trains to drive on this upcoming route, and I can gladly say that there are several well developed European long distance trains that are suitable for temporary usage until an actual Amtrak train is created.

For instance, I suppose you all remember the famous musical locomotive; the Siemens Eurosprinter ES64U2 Locomotive, yes?

Taurus 1116

Well, you can find that set here: http://gothpaladinus.atw.hu/

The site is in Hungarian, but you can use google translate, or go to the menu tab that says "Letöltések"
Then scroll down to Open BVE Vehicles, and then again to "1116 Taurus RailJet" and click "Letöltés" to save the rar file. you know what to do from there. Hope you guys enjoy it =)

RailJet in openBVE 2011.11.22

EDIT: If you wish, you can also go here: http://clube-do-bve.blogspot.com/2011/05/siemens-taurus.html
And download the IGBT version of the locomotive (ES64U4) This train lacks a consist, but the trucks of the locomotive pivot, providing a more realistic cornering effect.

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NYCTA Projects / Re: [OpenBVE] Official Thread for SIR North Shore's New Tech Trains

« on: December 25, 2011, 10:01:48 pm »

Great work with what ur doing with it man =) Just wondering, but how much work would it be to smooth out the curves?

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Transit / Re: Quick Question

« on: December 20, 2011, 05:19:39 pm »

What do the run numbers on buses represent? Say I have a B47 run #15 or so, what would that mean?

My guess is that the designation is just for internal purposes to keep track of scheduling and employee assignments and whatnot.

Someone on the inside would be able to elaborate on that to much greater detail.

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Transit / Re: R1-Vintage Trains-What is the best spot to wait at, at 2nd Avenue?

« on: December 19, 2011, 09:49:33 pm »

LOL on bve they are... the motormen that were in charge of the train on the 17th were pretty fine tuned with their stopping. And yea, about the railfan window. It's bound to be packed on the 24th, and I was lucky to get two runs where i could be right up against it. Your best bet to catch the railfan window is to wait at the 8 car marker of either 2nd avenue or Queens plaza, and make sure you're there well before the train is expected to pull in. that way, you're the first one on board. Also, they do give priority to children at the railfan window, so be courteous. Here's my railfan video that i posted elsewhere; it should give you an idea of what to expect...

Riding New York City Subway R6 1000 (Full Route) From Queens Plaza to 2nd Avenue

The entire trip is scheduled to take approximately 30 minutes, so if you are wondering when trains are scheduled to arrive at a certain terminal, look at the departure schedule and add 30 minutes onto any departure time, and that will give you the arrival time for the opposite terminal. For example, the 12:57 departure from 2nd Avenue will arrive at Queens plaza by 1:30. Then it will depart Queens plaza at 1:42, arriving back at second avenue at around 2:10.

The train remains at the platform at 2nd avenue when reversing, but it has to switch sides at Queens plaza, so when you get off on the Queens end, you have to walk up the stairs to the opposite platform and wait for it to pull in.

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Photography / 12/17/11 Holiday Train Railfanning Preview: R6 1000 Southbound Time Lapse

« on: December 19, 2011, 09:44:16 pm »

I chose to leave the sound in, and I think I will for any other time lapse I create, since I do find it kind of hilarious to listen to the sped up sounds. Feel free to disagree with me =p. The x2 speed comes first, and an x4 speed follows. Let me know which is better. PS, I have included the original unmodified clip at the bottom in it's full length for anyone who wishes to watch the full ride at normal speed to enjoy. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all =)
New York City Subway R6 1000 Southbound Holiday Train Time Lapse V2.0 - YouTube
New York City Subway R6 1000 Southbound Holiday Train Time Lapse V4.0 - YouTube
Riding New York City Subway R6 1000 (Full Route) From Queens Plaza to 2nd Avenue - YouTube

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Transit / Re: Hong Kong Tramways Gets an Updated Taste =D

« on: December 07, 2011, 06:45:47 pm »

They combine Mando,Canto. That is new to me and very cool. I speak Mandarin. I am guessing that you and error speak cantonese.

Yep, although for me, listening to the mixed announcements on MTR trains for so long has allowed me to understand some of the mandarin used there =P

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Transit / Re: Hong Kong Tramways Gets an Updated Taste =D

« on: December 07, 2011, 05:35:02 pm »

lol kinda reminds me of HBLR..love those canto announcements too

btw how are you guys faring out there with Jay Walder..any service cuts yet? LOL

LOL I actually live in the NY metro area, but my family hails from HK, so I do keep regular tabs on that area. A quick check on the MTR website reveals pretty good news actually, from 1500 open jobs at the company, to the placement of the first new C Train set into revenue service last night (http://www.mtr.com.hk/eng/corporate/file_rep/PR-11-108-E.pdf). So with the accounted time difference, the set has been operating for about 8 hours now. 港鐵 KTL C-Train C359 彩虹至黃大仙 ( 錄音 )

EDIT: There is also apparently an openBVE model of the train exterior out already... sounds haven't been updated yet though....
C-train 在欣澳站開出

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Transit / Hong Kong Tramways Gets an Updated Taste =D (PLUS MTR BONUS)

« on: December 07, 2011, 03:36:56 pm »

Newly Refurbished Hong Kong Trams are now in service. I must admit, it's a funny combination of old style construction, and newly installed propulsion and interiors.  Credits to hkvvvf.

新電車 #173 (機利臣街 - 軍器廠街) 左方街景 (New Tram in HK)
新電車 #173 (波斯富街 - 堅拿道西) 左方街景 (New Tram in HK)
[HD Audio] 新電車 #173 (百德新街 - 堅拿道西) 行走音 (New Tram in HK)
[HD Audio] 新電車 #173 (琉璃街 - 留仙街) 行走音 (New Tram in HK)
[HD Audio] 新電車 #173 (木星街 - 琉璃街) 行走音 (New Tram in HK)
[HD Audio] 新電車 #173 (機利臣街 - 軍器廠街) 行走音 (New Tram in HK)
Enjoy =)

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Transit / AMT ALP-45DP Up Close Accelerating in Diesel Mode

« on: December 06, 2011, 04:46:44 pm »

A preview of what we will soon see on NJT tracks =) Enjoy.
AMT: Train #812 Leaving Gare Centrale [HD]

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Other Projects / Re: Amtrak from Penn Station, NYC-Westerly, RI

« on: December 05, 2011, 09:48:49 pm »

I'm planning to do the Whole North East Corridor but I need:
Distances (it could be done by google maps but just trackmaps will help out)
Trackmaps
Pictures
Etc
December 17th will be the groundbreaking of the development on the Amtrak

Hope the sections of track from the track maps I linked to you are helping then

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Other Projects / Re: Amtrak from Penn Station, NYC-Westerly, RI

« on: December 04, 2011, 01:33:05 am »

Rome, do me a favor and extend this to Philly! lol jkjk

LOL now a REAL treat would be if someone with some spare time decided to make commuter stock (MNRR/LIRR/NJT type trains) so that we can realistically run them on this line. That would be WELL appreciated =)

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Other Projects / Re: Amtrak from Penn Station, NYC-Westerly, RI

« on: December 01, 2011, 09:29:50 pm »

Okay.... December 17th I will be fanning the Amtrak finally, I'll dust this off for once after 9 months. The only issue is Hell Gates Bridge and Sunnyside yard.... Stay tuned!!!!

Don't know if you managed to find the partial track map of the NY metro area that would possibly help you, but there are a few online....

If you're able to find any that'll be great so far I'm using google maps for distances which is kind of a pain to use, but if you find any track maps you're welcome to help me out

Here; I believe this is the one you can use for your route: http://pedestrianobservations.files.wordpress.com/2011/05/mnrrv6.pdf

And here are the other two:
http://pedestrianobservations.files.wordpress.com/2011/05/lirrtrackmapv3.pdf
http://pedestrianobservations.files.wordpress.com/2011/05/njseptav5.pdf

Just keep in mind they're big files and stuff, so it may take a little getting used to before you can easily find everything you want quickly. Hope it helps =)

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Other Projects / Re: Amtrak from Penn Station, NYC-Westerly, RI

« on: December 01, 2011, 03:13:49 pm »

Okay.... December 17th I will be fanning the Amtrak finally, I'll dust this off for once after 9 months. The only issue is Hell Gates Bridge and Sunnyside yard.... Stay tuned!!!!

Don't know if you managed to find the partial track map of the NY metro area that would possibly help you, but there are a few online....