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 6 Feb 2006, 14:08
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 Rolf Schneidereit from SlotFire was at Nürnberg showing his latest track: SlotFire Digital incorporating DAVIC Digital power and BLST lane change technology from David Caille. The system is called: SlotFire Racingline. Designed for 8 cars on 2 lanes with an optimal racing line being chosen automatically by the system.  Anti-collision is managed by automatically bringing faster cars out of the racing line and moving them into a position for overtaking. The track is built on 19mm MDF CNC routed slot, stainless steel braid, smooth grey painted surface, DAVIC power and lap timer for 8 digital cars, laser cut flippers.  Sensors under the track calculate car positions and traffic density and switch the LC flippers accordingly.  This system is large enough for 1:24 cars (Lanes are about 11 cm apart). 1:32 do look a little small after racing the bigger 1:24 scale cars, but if you keep to 1:32, you won't have this issue. To give you an idea of the size, the cars on the track in these photos are 1:24 scale.  A micro-switch (above) allows you to select the LC rules for the track piece: Keep to the line, or change lane when there is heavy traffic in the area. Setting this for each LC piece allows interesting and un-predictable racing. You can set different rues for similar curves around the track.    We agreed that the system looked great. Rolf had a demo mode where the cars raced around by themselves. It was mesmerizing. Sure there were a couple of shunts, but there seemed to be less of them. Thumbs up from Swissracer and myself - even though the system may be quite expensive, it is up and running (a few minor tweaks still to sort out) and they will be taking orders. This will be a hit with moto-racing corporate hospitality organizers and discerning private racers.  Download the brochure of the SlotFire Racingline system here. SlotFire's new banked 180-degree curve was on display. Very smooth running. I'm sure that our American friends will like this for their oval tracks. It sure makes for fast-paced racing. Full throttle all the way except for a light release on the flat-curve in the foreground.  
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6 Feb 2006, 14:31
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That is top class workmanship and attention to detail
  Tom. -------------------- Do not get trapped in prior thoughts. It is perfectly OK to change your mind as you learn more. (Dr. D. Redeimeier).
Knowledge is knowing that a tomato is a fruit, not a vegetable. Wisdom is knowing not to put it in a fruit salad. |
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6 Feb 2006, 14:46
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 Trackhead
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Hello,
Quite a remarkable system with some stunning technology, which I couldn't even begin to think about let alone build. As it is geared up for the Corporate market I presume I would have to win the Euro Lottery rollover to afford it. Never mind all that, this Slotfire Racing Line layout looks absolutely brilliant. Well done .Nick |
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6 Feb 2006, 14:50
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 Trackhead Group: Members Posts: 733 Joined: 5-February 04 From: Stockholm, Sweden Member No.: 618 |
Just awesome! Keep up the good work!
Kind regards, Rickard -------------------- I collect Slot Classic, winners of Le Mans and Monte-Carlo and everything from Swedish Rally and Dakar Rally. I´m especially looking for Slot Classic Alfa Romeo Guiletta (CJ-4), Aston Martin DB4 GT Zagato (CJ-11), Aston Martin DB4 GT Le Mans (CJ-11/1), Ferrari 335S (CJ-7), Pegaso Z-102 (CJ-1 and CJ-2), Rolls Royce 20/25 (CJ-10), Pierre-Yves Lebeau Cunningham C4R and Ninco Ferrari 166 LeMans 1949 Finish Line Code 3 Limited Edition of 500 (50116FS).
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6 Feb 2006, 21:47
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 Slot Guru
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The most over engerneerd peice of track ive ever seen! Great stuff!
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13 Feb 2006, 20:58
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 Racer Dude Group: Members Posts: 212 Joined: 30-April 04 From: france Member No.: 873 |
-------------------- David CAILLE
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16 Feb 2006, 11:50
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 Matt Nicholls Group: Members Posts: 1,858 Joined: 18-January 05 From: Andover, Hampshire Member No.: 1,909 |
That looks really fun to race on!!
Matt -------------------- R.I.P Colin McRae, you will be missed!
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16 Feb 2006, 12:15
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 Allan Wakefield
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It took a little getting used to but once learnt it is a great system
 Very nice to see and drive all those wonderful Whitepoint cars too
-------------------- QUOTE " Life isn't about how many breaths you take, it is about how many moments take your breath away." |
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16 Feb 2006, 14:25
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 Trackhead
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That really does look good!
Couple of questions though, do you have to modify your cars at all to race on it? i'm guessing you do, and if so, what do you have to do? And also anybody got any clues at to roughly how much it is? Cheers. Simon |
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18 Feb 2006, 08:35
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Racer Dude Group: Members Posts: 212 Joined: 30-April 04 From: france Member No.: 873 |
Hi all,
This track use DAVIC System for cars and lap counter (not for lane change) , so, you just have to add DAVIC chip between guide and motor to race on. prices will be available in april. more details on this topic regards -------------------- David CAILLE
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18 Feb 2006, 14:02
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Team Owner Group: Members Posts: 1,195 Joined: 30-September 04 From: Sydney Australia Member No.: 1,349 |
QUOTE A micro-switch (above) allows you to select the LC rules for the track piece: Keep to the line, or change lane when there is heavy traffic in the area. Setting this for each LC piece allows interesting and un-predictable racing. You can set different rues for similar curves around the track. BRILLIANT, I'd say you've set the high water mark for Lane change technology. --------------------  |
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18 Feb 2006, 23:30
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 Racer Dude Group: Members Posts: 287 Joined: 23-February 05 From: Winnipeg,Ca. Member No.: 2,089 |
David,
Excellent, after a long wait it's nice to see BSLT come to life! Congratulations, now only if it didn't cost an arm and a leg to import to Canada. Could electonics "kit" pakages for L/C control be an option for overseas enthusiasts with existing layouts be an option? Gord |
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19 Feb 2006, 01:45
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Team Owner Group: Members Posts: 1,195 Joined: 30-September 04 From: Sydney Australia Member No.: 1,349 |
QUOTE Could electonics "kit" packages for L/C control be an option for overseas enthusiasts with existing layouts be an option? I'm sure many people would be excited by this prospect. -------------------- |
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25 Mar 2010, 13:47
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 Team Owner Group: Members Posts: 1,322 Joined: 20-December 09 From: Southampton, UK Member No.: 13,867 |
Not to sure about Canada, the cost is in the clouds for UK buyers as well. No problem if you are a company that wants to keep its staff happy. For the home setup, well, way out of my league. There must be a cheaper way?????
I’m looking at building a routed track for fun, and BLST seems the way to go. But, that cost? Also, it all seems to be 6 lanes. I only want 2. That Spa track…but my own lay out. -------------------- |
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