Speed Sailing Timing System

Timing Equipment Opening Page Timing Equipment Development Charter The System - Pictures Operation of the Equipment Bushnell Laser Range Finder The Wind Logger		The timing equipment is housed in 'yellow boxes' which provide the environmental protection required to allow the electronics, radios and computers to be safely transferred in all weather conditions from shore to inflatable boat and then out to the course boats. The boxes have a sloping perspex window which allows a view of the notebook PC screen. This screen gives real time results to the operator.
		On either side of the box are waterproof inspection hatches which give access to the power supply input socket, the keypad connection, the anemometer input socket and the connection for the remote aerial.
		The box is made in two halves held together with four over centre latches, at the joint face a very large 'o' ring sits in a routed recess and seals the completed assembly. The notebook computer sits on a plywood cover above the electronics in the lower half.
		Within the lower half of the box are packed the following items: - 2 way radio - Bespoke 'Joddy box' electronics - Speaker to provide audible feedback of correct operation - Power supply converter for the computer
		The anemometers are mounted on old windsurfer boom extensions. These are then taped or clamped to a convenient location. The keypad is used to input the competitors sail number.
		Yuasa 12V batteries are used to power all of the equipment. The capacity of these batteries has been selected in order to provide more than 12 hours continuous operation. They are housed in sturdy wooden boxes. All plugs and sockets in the system are of the highest quality self sealing type with mechanical means of ensuring that they do not accidentally pull apart at any time.
	Amended 08/04/06

Pictures of the Timing System