leopardml2341 Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 It's a case of; Windows 10, Doors 0 When the prospect of software on trains became a real possibility, the then (1990) BRB technical specs for new trains specifically precluded 'the use of windows or other commercially available operating systems' (sic) in control systems. How times have changed? 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold BoD Posted August 21, 2015 RMweb Gold Share Posted August 21, 2015 When the prospect of software on trains became a real possibility, the then (1990) BRB technical specs for new trains specifically precluded 'the use of windows or other commercially available operating systems' (sic) in control systems. How times have changed? It was just a flippant remark. I don't for one minute think they use windows, do they? 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
edcayton Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 They certainly don't line the seats up with them. Ed Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
trisonic Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 It was just a flippant remark. I don't for one minute think they use windows, do they? To connect to Ashley Madison, of course. Best, Pete. 6 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
leopardml2341 Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 (edited) It was just a flippant remark. I don't for one minute think they use windows, do they? Oh yes they do (or did) - first hand knowledge. Edited August 21, 2015 by leopardml2341 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold BoD Posted August 21, 2015 RMweb Gold Share Posted August 21, 2015 To connect to Ashley Madison, of course. Best, Pete. I guess said firm must use windows for its security. Anyone had their details published yet? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
trisonic Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 I guess said firm must use windows for its security. Anyone had their details published yet? Not I, of course (who needs help?) I’ve seen a couple of SNP members - we should ask Mike.............. Best, Pete. 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jock67B Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 Afternoon all, Just a quick visit to say that the young lady who is shaving her head to raise funds for the MacMillan organisation, apparently inspired by me, is doing the deed at 8.30am tomorrow. Her husband and his grandson are joining her and will also become bald! For anyone who missed my previous mention of this, Sarah is the lady who walked arm in arm with me in the 'Relay for Life', and despite being rendered barren by cancer, and then a couple of years later having a double mastectomy with reconstruction because of breast cancer, she has decided to raise money for this worthwhile cause in my name! Her bravery is amazing. If anyone would like to make a gesture, however small, here is the link http://www.bravetheshave.org.uk/. Simply click on this, then scroll down to the green box 'Donate to a brave shaver' and type in her surname 'Ireland', then find the panel with 'Sarah Ireland' in it, and click on 'view'. This takes you to the 'Donate' page where you simply press the button 'Donate' and follow the instructions. Even tiny amounts add up, and I believe you'll be able to use any surplus in your PayPal account for instance. Joanna and I are going along to support her with envelopes with donations to all three, as MacMillan have been really helpful to us. They were also very supportive when Joanna lost her father, younger sister and nephew to pancreatic cancer and so we feel we should join in despite the fact that we have a monthly standing order running for them as well as Cancer research. I apologise if anyone feels that I am wrong to put this appeal on here, and I certainly don't wish to cause any embarrassment. I am assured that all data is confidential and secure. Please completely ignore this if you want and forgive my cheek, I realise that many of you support 'pet' charities regularly as we do. Thanks for troubling to read this, Kind regards, Jock. 16 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium jamie92208 Posted August 21, 2015 RMweb Premium Share Posted August 21, 2015 Morning all from the Marie Celeste Scottish HQ. Our team actually appears to be the only one in the room with more than a token attendance. Thanks all for the suggestions yesterday on the database / spreadsheet question. Jock - thanks for the link to that software. I had a look, but it seems to be Windows-exclusive and my home machines are Macs (I do have to use Windows at work so I'm "bilingual") so that one won't suit me. Looks like I should just spend a bit of time making my spreadsheets look nicer then! Maybe even try to work out how to do pivot tables... Not much chance of a POETS day here as one of my colleagues is leaving and her leaving drinks are in the diary for 5-7 tonight... I think I'll try to go for a lunchtime run though as my training has been sorely lacking this week. I knew there was something else I should comment on. I use a simple XL spreadsheet and give every item an accession number with a prefix such as L for Locos, C for coaches etc. As many columns as you need for description, eg prototype, types of doors, length, number of axles, running number etc etc. Then date purchased, value (SWMBO doesn't see this) and then a couple of columns for storage location, eg tray number and then the train that it goes in a two letter code, eg Scotch Express (SX) and the siding that it goes into on the fiddle yard. I an then sort it by whatever field that I need. The most interesting column is the status, from 0 on my wishlist, to 1 for kit bought, through to 5 for finished and painted. It's nice at the end of the day to update that and see what the average status has crept up to. You are very welcome to a coy if you wish. Jamie 12 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium jamie92208 Posted August 21, 2015 RMweb Premium Share Posted August 21, 2015 Anyway some good news to share. You may have noticed that I was a bit down last night after fighting electrical gremlins on Green Ayre. I felt carp this morning but made a start and lo and behold things have fallen into place and I have just had a 3P with two clerestories circling the layout again and again without coming off or stopping. That is fabulous progress and has really lifted my spirits. Jamie 18 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold roundhouse Posted August 21, 2015 RMweb Gold Share Posted August 21, 2015 (edited) Anyway some good news to share. You may have noticed that I was a bit down last night after fighting electrical gremlins on Green Ayre. I felt carp this morning but made a start and lo and behold things have fallen into place and I have just had a 3P with two clerestories circling the layout again and again without coming off or stopping. That is fabulous progress and has really lifted my spirits. Jamie I have been there recently. Got fed up not being able to resolve. Came back to it a week later with a fresh mind and sorted the wiring straight away. Edited August 21, 2015 by roundhouse 13 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 When the prospect of software on trains became a real possibility, the then (1990) BRB technical specs for new trains specifically precluded 'the use of windows or other commercially available operating systems' (sic) in control systems. How times have changed? Windows always had a clause in the EULA that it wasn't allowed to be used for Safety Critical Software. I don't know if that is still the case, but we use Unix based Operating Systems. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sixoh8sixoh Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 Not I, of course (who needs help?) I’ve seen a couple of SNP members - we should ask Mike.............. Best, Pete. No, my details weren't published! 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sixoh8sixoh Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 You are very welcome to a coy if you wish. Jamie - thanks, that's kind of you! Would be interesting to see how someone else has set up something similar. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Abel Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 POETS morning from the "farm in southern Minnesota"... Uneventful working day yesterday, and then a casual drive down to farm country. Today the plan is to drive to "the House on the Rock" in Spring Green, Wisconsin - never been, supposed to be worth the trip/visit, then meander around some and stay in Dubuque overnight. Have a good POETS day everyone. 13 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
emt_911 Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 Time to relax. POETS has already happened. 14 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
leopardml2341 Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 (edited) Windows always had a clause in the EULA that it wasn't allowed to be used for Safety Critical Software. I don't know if that is still the case, but we use Unix based Operating Systems. AFAIK the software that actually 'controls' isn't Windows based, but the drivers GUI start up certainly did display the Windows icon. Is the GUI part of the control system, I'd say yes but not safety critical. Edited August 21, 2015 by leopardml2341 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sixoh8sixoh Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 1 pint beer - 200 calories - 20 minutes running? Good Luck Mike Thanks Andy - 8K run done at lunchtime (though I had to do a couple of little walking sections). Skipped lunch as I had to go straight into a meeting following the run (and a shower) but then had cake... 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium southern42 Posted August 21, 2015 RMweb Premium Share Posted August 21, 2015 'Afternoon all from red-dragon-land-in-the-mist.Windows 10, Visibility 0Well, it was when I started but the internet is so slow - all those people on holiday while it's wet and windy. Guess they've nothing better to do than use up all the bandwidth. I protest. My "Dalek Invasion of the Routemaster" bus arrived in the post lunchtime (EFE bus with Typhoo Tea advert). NOTE to self: I MUST remember to post my order for the 207 destination blinds. I MUST remember... 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium southern42 Posted August 21, 2015 RMweb Premium Share Posted August 21, 2015 'Afternoon all from red-dragon-land-in-the-mist.Windows 10, Visibility 0Well, it was when I started but the internet is so slow - all those people on holiday while it's wet and windy. Guess they've nothing better to do than use up all the bandwidth. I protest. My "Dalek Invasion of the Routemaster" bus arrived in the post at lunchtime (EFE bus with Typhoo Tea advert). NOTE to self: I MUST remember to post my order for the 207 destination blinds. I MUST remember... 7 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium southern42 Posted August 21, 2015 RMweb Premium Share Posted August 21, 2015 'Afternoon all from red-dragon-land-in-the-mist.Windows 10, Visibility 0Well, it was when I started but the internet is so slow - all those people on holiday while it's wet and windy. Guess they've nothing better to do than use up all the bandwidth. I protest. My "Dalek Invasion of the Routemaster" bus arrived in the post at lunchtime (EFE bus with Typhoo Tea advert). NOTE to self: I MUST remember to post my order for the 207 destination blinds. I MUST remember... 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold grandadbob Posted August 21, 2015 RMweb Gold Share Posted August 21, 2015 Polly, I've told you a million times - You MUST remember! 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold grandadbob Posted August 21, 2015 RMweb Gold Share Posted August 21, 2015 Is it just me or is the site very slow at the moment? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisf Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 Not just you, Bob. Chris Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
leopardml2341 Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 It appeared to crash, error 503, about 30 mins ago, was logged in at time. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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