Space Science One v2 - improvements to our stationary platform

After some time and with new ideas, I redesigned the whole system and came up with a concept inspired by the sushi-belt idea I also used on my spaceships.

After some time and with new ideas, I redesigned the whole system and came up with a concept inspired by the sushi-belt idea I also used on my spaceships.

Space Science One v2 integrates more of these techniques, significantly improving efficiency and boosting science package production. However, ice crystal (water) over Nauvis remains a limited resource, slowing down the process. To address this, I’ve added more asteroid collectors to gather ice, now cycle-controlled through a clever system that prioritizes resources with the lowest quantities.

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TL;DR: Use a decider combinator to check the amount on the belt. If threshold is lower, set the same item as output with a value of 1. Connect all outputs of the decider combinators to the asteroid collectors and check “Set recipe” on each collector to use the value from the circuit network as filter.

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How it works

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This cycle control is achieved using the sushi belt, which loops around the space platform hub, transporting a mix of resources while ensuring balance. By connecting the asteroid collectors to a circuit network with decider combinators, the system dynamically adjusts which resources are gathered based on the current inventory on the sushi belt.

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The combinators compare the held quantities of each resource against predefined thresholds. If a resource falls below its threshold, the circuit signals the asteroid collectors to prioritize collecting that resource. This setup ensures efficient resource management, prevents overproduction, and helps maintain a smooth flow of materials even in the tight confines of space operations.

The ship in space

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