Method for debugging the laying of utility lines
I've read many proposals for laying communications. Electricity, fuel, and oxygen aren't magically transmitted through blocks, and a conveyor belt is too versatile. We'll handle the installation of wires and pipes on a small grid. However, opponents of this approach say it will be too complicated and will likely discourage newcomers, and ship construction will become tedious.
I fundamentally disagree with this. I believe communications are necessary, even vital, for this game. They solve the problem of ship survivability in space battles, and they force more thoughtful engineering planning of construction.
But it's possible to reduce routine operations. I propose that wires and pipes be automatically routed from functional blocks to the nearest distribution block, along the nearest surface. First, in project mode, so that placement can be adjusted, and then, to complete the line, you need to build one switch block, rather than the entire line. The communication line will be a physical object, but repairs or construction will require interaction only with the outermost connection blocks. This should simplify operation without simplifying the mechanics themselves.
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Conveyor components can serve as “transport elements” for power distribution and data distribution systems.
Functional blocks with high energy consumption or high energy output (reactors, batteries) should always be connected to the conveyor system.
At the same time, however, I believe that “small appliances”—such as interior lights and the like—should draw power directly from the block on which they are located, without the need to connect to additional distribution systems.
“Data elements” should function similarly—control consoles with chairs, program blocks, and similar “large” elements should be connected to the conveyor, while small elements, such as buttons, small wall panels, cameras, and detectors, should suffice with a connection to the structural block.
Weapon systems should function similarly—internal defense turrets should be capable of operating autonomously, so they only need power and data connections “via the structural block.” Larger weapons should be connected to the conveyor.
Unfortunately, the current condition and design of the functional components—particularly their connection points to the conveyor—are such that this solution is not only impossible but is directly ruled out.
I don't think creating separate models for electrical and data distribution systems will be beneficial. One of the problems is the number of structural elements that can be attached to a single wall of a structural component, such as an armor block.
Another source of problems with electrical and data distribution systems is issues related to the splitting and reconnection of grids.
Conveyor components can serve as “transport elements” for power distribution and data distribution systems.
Functional blocks with high energy consumption or high energy output (reactors, batteries) should always be connected to the conveyor system.
At the same time, however, I believe that “small appliances”—such as interior lights and the like—should draw power directly from the block on which they are located, without the need to connect to additional distribution systems.
“Data elements” should function similarly—control consoles with chairs, program blocks, and similar “large” elements should be connected to the conveyor, while small elements, such as buttons, small wall panels, cameras, and detectors, should suffice with a connection to the structural block.
Weapon systems should function similarly—internal defense turrets should be capable of operating autonomously, so they only need power and data connections “via the structural block.” Larger weapons should be connected to the conveyor.
Unfortunately, the current condition and design of the functional components—particularly their connection points to the conveyor—are such that this solution is not only impossible but is directly ruled out.
I don't think creating separate models for electrical and data distribution systems will be beneficial. One of the problems is the number of structural elements that can be attached to a single wall of a structural component, such as an armor block.
Another source of problems with electrical and data distribution systems is issues related to the splitting and reconnection of grids.
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