Q: Is there a compilation of Arduino articles written for model railroads that is easily accessed? — Jim Bottomley
A: We have two different options that might be of interest to you, Jim. In the Digital Downloads collection on shop.trains.com, we offer “Three Projects Using Arduino Microcontrollers.” The 38-page collection features three articles that previously appeared in the pages of Model Railroader magazine.
Last year, Firecrown Media released Arduino Projects by Paul and David Bradt. The 96-page book includes information on programming and using Arduino and Raspberry Pi microcontrollers; controlling assorted lighting effects, including grade crossing flashers and torches; and connecting Arduinos to software to aid in model railroad operations. The book, available online and at Firecrown retailers, is item No. 12850 and priced at $23.99. Downloadable code files for the projects featured in the book are available on Trains.com.
Send us your questions
Have a question about model trains, full-size trains, or toy trains? Send it to AskTrains@Trains.com.
