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- The author has been building a physical train simulator for over three years, modeled on UK Class 80x trains, using real components and custom replicas.
- The headlight control panel is a complex piece, involving a custom PCB with LEDs and a self-built six-position selector switch, tested with Train Simulator and Train Sim World.
- Sheet metal panels replaced fragile hardboard prototypes for durability, with powder-coated steel from test panels (TPWS and DRA) proving successful, though labeling matte black panels with paint faced challenges.
- The author acquired more realistic AWS sunflower units (mechanical and illuminated) for warning signals, requiring adaptation to interface with their CAN bus system.
- Current focus includes future refinement of panels and integrating the mini mechanical AWS sunflower, despite trade-offs like missing the 'mechanical thunk'.