Wirenwood Model Railway

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Building an OO Gauge model railway in my loft. A DCC layout using JMRI, running on a Windows PC. Running MQTT to communicate with several auxiliary devices -...

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Automation across two decks, and preparing to run a manual train with them

Watching a straightforward multi-train automation unfold on the layout and on the JMRI panel

A brief history, current state and what might be next

Another new Knobbox! This time using touch screen

Conclusion of the full-layout platform automation project

A small layout extension; removing DCC sound from the Class 43; other automation prep

Working out structure in JMRI for blocks, sections, transits. Possible layout extension.

My issue with the cost and functionality of Hornby Railroad range locos

Continuing the automation project, and using a touchscreen monitor to control a JMRI panel

Getting started with DCC-EX CSB1 and JMRI, plus finding it a new home

Using the DCC EX Installer to upload a loco roster to a DCC EX CSB1

DCC-EX CSB1 5 Amp Command Station Review - is it really plug and play

A quick look at a Heljan Class 25, the DCC-EX command station and a general catch up

I'm now tracking full block occupancy of long trains without needing resistor wheelsets

Addressing pickup issues in DMUs and a general update

Safely running manual and automated trains together in JMRI

Designing my own automation app for JMRI

Knobbox mk3 - Custom-built tactile throttles in JMRI with enhanced screen and signal indicators

Configuring multiple occupancy sensors for one block in JMRI

Using RFID over MQTT to help track trains around a model railway layout

Block detection and automation review - was it worth it

Layout update - starting a street scene and more work on platforms

A danger early warning system for my model railway based on block detection and live turnout states

Cab rides from yard to station

Station platforms pt2 - trying to make sloping ends

Building a physical, tactile knob based throttle controller for JMRI using an ESP32 - Part Two

Building a long, quick, easy station platform

Building a physical, tactile knob based throttle controller for JMRI using an ESP32 - Part One

Progress update - trains now running on the top deck

Upper deck progress - laying straight flexi-track and soldering dropper wire