Video camera attached on a electric train track -could it be done?

[blockrocker]

Hi!

I had this crazy idea a while ago and I'm considering whether it could be possible or not. The idea was to mount a video camera on an electric train track in order to be able to electronically control the camera movement. I was hoping for smarter/more experienced DIY people in here to give their thoughts on this, is it something worth trying and what kind of things should be considered?

[sek0910]

don't forget to turn off the train whistle

[Jordan_S]

It's an interesting idea. First concern would be smoothness. Second would be stability due to weight. Third would be where to purchase a conductor's cap.

[blockrocker]

Third would be where to purchase a conductor's cap.
:D :D Which color to go with is the toughest decision!

[Jordan_S]

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/417QENZ6WWL._AA280_.jpg

Light blue stripes retain tradition while giving a nod to Gap.

[sek0910]

I think this might work better for you

http://www.netshops.com/cart/shopper.cfm?action=view&key=PPG022&source=channel_intelligence_nextag&srccode=cii_9324560&cpncode=24-38366119-2

Perhaps you could throw away the train and just use the [curved] track for a dolly

[Jordan_S]

It is really a good notion. I would check out electric train enthusiasts' forums and see what they think. They probably know all about the tracks and what the trains can carry. But in the end I believe smoothness will be very difficult to achieve.