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Technology and the model railroad.

Model railroad is a interesting hobby. Everyone involved with this hobby has his own skills and knowledge in his own field. One is good with theory, and one is more skilled with the practical aspects. Without any technical knowledge, one can enjoy a model layout. For each technical gadget, there is a company supplying the modelers need. However for self (re) building off certain model items, troubleshooting and repair of defective items, knowing the basics of various techniques is a plus.

Theory is needed when designing and troubleshooting, the later will happen with every modeler. Electronics, carpentry, painting, and working with special tools, are examples of practical skills.

Reading magazines and books gives a lot of information about our hobby. But what to do when you run into a problem and you don't know the answer? Luckily there is the INTERNET. Many railroad website's have a forum. On a forum you are able to ask (post) a question, and in a few days you may have an answer, since many readers, and members, from that forum will read your question.

On this page I show a few articles, which belong under the heading technology. For learning electronics and how to use specialized tools, I advise to check on the World Wide Web, there will be plenty site's to visit.

This page is last updated on 12 August 2008

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