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Application Program Interface - A set of routines / protocols and tools for building software applications.\\ | Application Program Interface - A set of routines / protocols and tools for building software applications.\\ | ||
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+ | ===== Arduino ===== | ||
+ | A collection of single-board microcontrollers that are programmed with an easy to use development environment. | ||
+ | Arduinos are used to create a wide range of electronic applications. | ||
+ | It is popular in model railways for controlling level crossing lights and barriers, signals, points, control panels and much more. | ||
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===== ASCII ===== | ===== ASCII ===== | ||
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===== AT-Bus ===== | ===== AT-Bus ===== | ||
An alternative CAN Bus protocol devised by MERG member Roger Edwards which overcomes what he sees as deficiencies in the [[glossary: | An alternative CAN Bus protocol devised by MERG member Roger Edwards which overcomes what he sees as deficiencies in the [[glossary: | ||
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+ | ===== ATC ===== | ||
+ | Stands for Automatic Train Control. Within MERG usually refers to a series of kits for automating train running on DC layouts. These kits are capable of controlling layouts from a simple end to end shuttle up to quite complex arrangements. The abbreviation may also be found as a more general reference to automatic train control, model or prototype. | ||
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