Guide to the Stormdrive Engine - Revision history

Brillcrafter: updated the atlas atmospherics on the guide and updated the image of the engine room

2023-08-14T16:25:38Z

updated the atlas atmospherics on the guide and updated the image of the engine room

Bobbanz: /* Gas Interactions */

2023-03-31T08:32:34Z

Gas Interactions

Bobbanz: /* Basic setup */

2023-03-07T07:42:47Z

Basic setup

Bokkiewokkie: /* Basic setup */ tells players to lower the fuel input after starting the reactor for safety

2022-08-29T20:50:30Z

Basic setup: tells players to lower the fuel input after starting the reactor for safety

Bobbanz: /* Basic setup */ Added the Shrike's setup

2022-04-07T04:34:39Z

Basic setup: Added the Shrike's setup

Dovahkitty: /* Preventing a nuclear disaster */

2022-03-02T07:25:44Z

Preventing a nuclear disaster

Bobbanz: /* Dangers of the Stormdrive */

2022-02-09T06:51:27Z

Dangers of the Stormdrive

Grabowski: /* A Step By Step Guide */ adds the Whisp

2021-04-20T16:50:10Z

A Step By Step Guide: adds the Whisp

Grabowski: /* A Step By Step Guide */ minor visual improvement

2021-04-16T17:01:06Z

A Step By Step Guide: minor visual improvement

Grabowski: Adds the Gladius step-by-step guide. Once the Aerwhips revamp gets merged, ill do that one too

2021-04-16T16:58:40Z

Adds the Gladius step-by-step guide. Once the Aerwhips revamp gets merged, ill do that one too

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-[[File:Atlas SD.png|right|320px|The Atlas' Reactor Core room.]]
+[[File:Atlas_SD_room.png|right|320px|The Atlas' Reactor Core room.]]
 ==== [[File:Wrench.png]]The First Steps ====
 First off, we will ready the Stormdrive and the required hardware in the Engine room (first picture).
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 ==== [[File:Plasma_Canister.png]]The Fuel ====
-[[File:Atlas SD Atmos.png|right|The Atlas' Atmospherics setup]]
+[[File:Atlas_atmos_updated.png|right|The Atlas' Atmospherics setup]]
 Now, it is time to set up the gasmix. For now, we will use a 33% oxygen/33% nitrogen/33% constricted plasma mix, but of course - just like with any engine - you can customize the mix, using the gas interactions detailed below. Anyhow, head over to Atmospherics (second picture).
 # First and foremost, go to the Reactor Mix Chamber Console marked with ''Orange'', and turn off Output. This will mean that no incomplete gasmix will leave Atmospherics.
 # Now, go to the pumps marked with ''Yellow'', and maximize them.
 # Turn on the Plasma Constrictors marked with ''Red''.
-# Go to each mixer marked with ''Lime Green'', set Node 1 to 100%, maximize the pressure, and turn them on.
+# Go to each mixer marked with ''Green'', set Node 1 to 100%, maximize the pressure, and turn them on.
 # Go to the mixer marked with marked with ''Blue'', set Node 1 to 50%, maximize the pressure, and turn it on.
 # Go to the mixer marked with ''Light Blue'', set Node 1 to 66%, maximize the pressure, and turn it on.
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 # Turn on the PA, and set it to level 1 for a low amount of heat, or level 2 for a high amount of heat.
 # At this point, the reactor should start heating up, and the fisson reaction should start. If this happens, you will hear a small announcement on the engineering radio.
-# If the reactor activates, it will start heating on its own, so you should turn off the PA, to not overheat the whole thing accidentally. Then turn down the output on the Mix Chamber Console to '''300-500 kpa''' to avoid putting too much fuel in at once. I also recommend closing the firelocks next to the Stormdrive, because the reactor heats up the air around it, which can, at best annoy you, and at worst cause deadly accidents.
+# If the reactor activates, it will start heating on its own, so you should turn off the PA, to not overheat the whole thing accidentally. Then turn down the output on the Mix Chamber Console to '''300-500 kpa''' to avoid putting too much fuel in at once.
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 Standard plasma is the low-yield fuel gas. It has a low reaction rate and degrades fuel rods at a slightly slower rate. Produces a lower power output than constricted plasma.
-[[File:Plasma_Canister.png]][[Constricted Plasma]]
+[[File:Constricted_Plasma_Canister.png]][[Constricted Plasma]]
 '''Standard fuel'''

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 This is an issue which you need to start thinking about right after you activate the reactor.
 # One solution to this issue is to perhaps use those Heat Exchange Pipes to cool the atmosphere down using a canister of N2, and a Thermomachine
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 # Turn on the PA, and set it to level 1 for a low amount of heat, or level 2 for a high amount of heat.
 # At this point, the reactor should start heating up, and the fisson reaction should start. If this happens, you will hear a small announcement on the engineering radio.
-# If the reactor activates, it will start heating on its own, so you should turn off the PA, to not overheat the whole thing accidentally. I also recommend closing the firelocks next to the Stormdrive, because the reactor heats up the air around it, which can, at best annoy you, and at worst cause deadly accidents.
+# If the reactor activates, it will start heating on its own, so you should turn off the PA, to not overheat the whole thing accidentally. Then turn down the output on the Mix Chamber Console to '''300-500 kpa''' to avoid putting too much fuel in at once. I also recommend closing the firelocks next to the Stormdrive, because the reactor heats up the air around it, which can, at best annoy you, and at worst cause deadly accidents.
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 # Turn on the PA, and set it to level 1 for a low amount of heat, or level 2 for a high amount of heat.
 # At this point, the reactor should begin heating up, and the fisson reaction should start. If this happens, you will hear a small announcement on the engineering radio.
-# If the reactor activates, it will start heating on its own, so you should turn off the PA, to not overheat the whole thing accidentally. I also recommend closing the firelocks next to the Stormdrive, because the reactor heats up the air around it, which can, at best annoy you, and at worst cause deadly accidents.
+# If the reactor activates, it will start heating on its own, so you should turn off the PA, to not overheat the whole thing accidentally. Then turn down the output on the Mix Chamber Console to '''300-500 kpa''' to avoid putting too much fuel in at once. I also recommend closing the firelocks next to the Stormdrive, because the reactor heats up the air around it, which can, at best annoy you, and at worst cause deadly accidents.
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 # Turn on the PA, and set it to level 1 for a low amount of heat, or level 2 for a high amount of heat.
 # At this point, the reactor should begin heating up, and the fisson reaction should start. If this happens, you will hear a small announcement on the engineering radio.
-# If the reactor activates, it will start heating on its own, so you should turn off the PA, to not overheat the whole thing accidentally. I also recommend turning on either of the pumps marked with ''Green''. These pumps push away the reactor waste. The upper one sends it to space, while the lower one sends it back to Atmos. This can be dangerous if the reactor is operating at high temperatures.
+# If the reactor activates, it will start heating on its own, so you should turn off the PA, to not overheat the whole thing accidentally. Then turn down the output on the Mix Chamber Console to '''300-500 kpa''' to avoid putting too much fuel in at once. I also recommend turning on either of the pumps marked with ''Green''. These pumps push away the reactor waste. The upper one sends it to space, while the lower one sends it back to Atmos. This can be dangerous if the reactor is operating at high temperatures.
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 # At this point, the reactor should begin heating up, and the fisson reaction should start. If this happens, you will hear a small announcement on the engineering radio.
 # If the reactor activates, it will start heating on its own, so you should turn off the PA, to not overheat the whole thing accidentally. I also recommend turning on either of the pumps marked with ''Green''. These pumps push away the reactor waste. The upper one sends it to space, while the lower one sends it back to Atmos. This can be dangerous if the reactor is operating at high temperatures.
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 ===Maintaining the Stormdrive===
 Your job isn't over once the reactor is active. In fact, you now have the job of constantly watching and tweaking the reactor settings to not only make sure it produces optimal power, but doesn't overheat and explode. There are a few important things you need to do now to make sure the reactor stays functional and stable.

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 #Flood the reactor with a moderator/reaction neutralizing gas, see above gas table. Whatever gas you use, get it into the fuel lines and make sure to turn on the fuel dump to cycle the cooling gas in faster.
 #If the control rods have failed, you may have to bite the bullet and replace them while the reactor is active. This is VERY DANGEROUS and will likely kill you, but may buy the ship enough time to avert disaster.
 If you're lucky, you'll stop the reactor from going critical. Once the reactor is cool, you're safe to begin repairs, and eventually restart the reactor.
 ===Dealing with a nuclear disaster===
 So after your best attempt at saving the reactor things still didn't turn out so well. This can happen from time to time due to [[Traitor|various]] [[Boarder|reasons]] but no matter what got you into it, you will still be the one who has to clean up this mess.<br>

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 ==Dangers of the Stormdrive==
 Of course every awesome form of power generation comes with some downsides, so this is what you'll need to watch out for:
 *The Stormdrive emits radioactive particles during normal operation, so be careful when entering the chamber!
 *Don't forget to load in the control rods at the start of the shift, you'll only know you've messed up when it's already too late.
 *It's very important to communicate with the people working in atmospherics, you don't want them to accidentally pump Tritium into the reactor!
 ==The numbers, what do they mean?==
 In contrast to most other engines, the Stormdrive works with numbers ''and'' gases, more of those in a bit. But instead of just pumping in the perfect gas mix an leaving it like you would do with the supermatter, you'll also have to adjust the control rods to make sure the reactor stays stable and replace them from time to time to avoid a meltdown.

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 # Go to the mixer marked with ''Yellow'', set Node 2 to 100%, maximize pressure, and turn it on.
 # Now look on the mix chamber console marked with ''Green'', and ensure that the right gasmix is inside the mix chamber. Remember - 33% O2, 33 N2 and 33% Constricted Plasma. If these are the numbers, set output to max, and turn it on.
-# Go to the pump marked with ''Red'' abd set it to around '''1000-1500 kpa'''. Turn on the pump and the valve.
+# Go to the pump marked with ''Red'' and set it to around '''1000-1500 kpa'''. Turn on the pump and the valve.
 # Turn on the PA, and set it to level 1 for a low amount of heat, or level 2 for a high amount of heat.
 # At this point, the reactor should begin heating up, and the fisson reaction should start. If this happens, you will hear a small announcement on the engineering radio.
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+[[File:Whisp SD.png|right|300px|thumb|The Whisp's Reactor Core room.]]
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 </tabs>
 ===Maintaining the Stormdrive===
 Your job isn't over once the reactor is active. In fact, you now have the job of constantly watching and tweaking the reactor settings to not only make sure it produces optimal power, but doesn't overheat and explode. There are a few important things you need to do now to make sure the reactor stays functional and stable.
-* Bring up the reactor temperature to a point where it produces enough power to offset the demand on the powernet. If set to max input, an unupgraded SMES can accept a max of 0.2 MW, with the combined three in engineering being able to accept 0.6 MW when all are set to max input. The armor pumps also use up to 1 MW of power, which makes the total demand about 1.6 MW at maximum consumption.
+* Bring up the reactor temperature to a point where it produces enough power to offset the demand on the powernet. If set to max input, an unupgraded SMES can accept a max of 0.2 MW, with the combined three in engineering being able to accept 0.6 MW when all are set to max input. The armor pumps also use up to 3 MW of power, which makes the total demand about 3.6 MW at maximum consumption.
 * Keep an eye on the temperature. You want to make sure the temperature isn't rising out of control. If you need to leave the reactor unattended, make sure the temperature is stable or download the Stormdrive monitoring application on your tablet to see its status on the go.