Hello,
Could it be possible to add some assembler-like mechanism to the science labs?
A use case for this is some way to output a burnt_product from the science packs.
For example, you input science-packs into the lab to do some research, and when
the science pack is consumed, it returns its burnt_result (for example the empty
flask from the science pack) back out. This way a recycle mechanism for science
potions, more efficient science packs (different tiers of same packs) or even waste
management could be possible with science packs.
Thanks for the consideration,
Voske_123
Science pack result item in lab
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Re: Science pack result item in lab
+1 As I would use this in my MoreScience mod.
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Re: Science pack result item in lab
+1, pinging to respark discussion hopefully
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Re: Science pack result item in lab
Late to the party but +1 from me too.
So far I created a fake lab (assembler) with all flask combinations as hidden, locked recipe.
On changing technology research all fake labs switch their recipe.
Within the fake lab is a hidden super fast real lab that for each successful craft gets a flask of input injected.
That kinda defeats the purpose of partial flasks but works quite well if inventory handling is done right.
This enables a somewhat realistic output item flow with the same speed as a real lab, but I am loosing the ability to put prod modules into the lab.
No solution for that so far.
So far I created a fake lab (assembler) with all flask combinations as hidden, locked recipe.
On changing technology research all fake labs switch their recipe.
Within the fake lab is a hidden super fast real lab that for each successful craft gets a flask of input injected.
That kinda defeats the purpose of partial flasks but works quite well if inventory handling is done right.
This enables a somewhat realistic output item flow with the same speed as a real lab, but I am loosing the ability to put prod modules into the lab.
No solution for that so far.
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