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Paper Doll Method Demonstrated: Easy Control Enclosure Layout
So we're building this new spectacular coaster Tilley's Terror and the controls will be expensive. We want to layout our control box without wasting material, so how do we do that.Quite simple, we...
10 Easy Tips for Designing a Programmable Logic Controller Enclosure
As we begin building Tilley's Terror, the first three inversion backyard coaster, we will be needing a hearty control enclosure to hold my programmable logic controller (PLC) and Human Machine...
Best Reverse Launch Backyard Roller Coaster POV: Widow’s Revenge
After months of hard work, its finished. I've reworked my backyard coaster the Black Widow in to the Widow's Revenge. I designed the Black Widow to be intense and I double downed to be the most...
While it may not be glamorous, programming the PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) and HMI (Human Machine Interface) is an integral part of the Tilley's Terror Project. This coaster is going to rival...
In assisting a young enthusiast with the creation of a backyard roller coaster, I provided guidance for three fundamental aspects of the project: cart construction, support structures, and basic...
If you want to implement some automation at your business, PLCs are the way to go, but it can be super difficult to get started. Let's dive into some basic commands our PLCs understand using Ladder...