Library - Magazine Articles by Bob Fink

Computers in Model Railroading

Model Railroader 1988-03 pg. 88     Scale: (none)     Category: "Electronics"

This is the first in a long-running column discussing how computers can be used in model railroading. This article introduces some terminology.

Computers in Model Railroading

Model Railroader 1989-09 pg. 96     Scale: (none)     Category: "Electronics"

This article presents a Basic computer program for printing a scale rule.

Computers in Model Railroading

Model Railroader 1990-03 pg. 124     Scale: (none)     Category: "Electronics"

Creating a fastclock/timetable that runs on the computer. Includes the basic programming language code.

Computers in Model Railroading

Model Railroader 1990-06 pg. 104     Scale: (none)     Category: "Electronics"

A Basic program for calculating plate girder bridge depth ratios.

Computers in Model Railroading

Model Railroader 1990-12 pg. 154     Scale: (none)     Category: "Model Railroads and Computers"

Includes a spreadsheet for calculating locomotive motor RPM's and gear ratios to limit the engines upper speed. Also includes a review of Sid Meier's Railroad Tycoon, and a listing of various model railroad related software companies.

Computers in Model Railroading

Model Railroader 1991-03 pg. 108     Scale: (none)     Category: "Electronics"

Using the computer to generate traffic switch lists, and creating text of certain fonts to match your scale.

Using Your Computer to Select Layout Grades

Model Railroader 1994-12 pg. 134     Scale: (none)     Category: "Electronics"

This month's installment has a QBASIC programming listing for calculating how grades affect train performance. The article concludes with a review of new software programs useful to the model railroader.