After watching James May's second (this time successful) attempt at running a Hornby train to Barnstaple, the idea formed for a railway in the remoter parts of our garden. An initial survey showed that a gradient would be necessary, and after tests with several engines and up to 12 coaches, 1 in 50 was chosen as the ruling maximum, with short stretches of 1 in 40. The first picture shows the gradient trials under way, with a 9F pulling 8 coaches up 1 in 40.
It wasn't long before a brick embankment had appeared. A removable section is required, in front of the gate, achieved with a plywood viaduct.
To check out the basic construction techniques, a short section of temporary track was laid.
... followed by a test with the part-completed viaduct, to assess whether a sound-deadening underlay is needed.
For those who perform in the workplace out of your home, you might experience visitors jam and listen to the sounds during your journey. Without recognizing it, you listen to the sounds that might risk your hearing and even your wellness.
ReplyDeletesound deadening.