Stormworks: Build and Rescue

Stormworks: Build and Rescue

"Super-Workhorse" Model 1E
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Update: 18 Sep, 2022 @ 8:14am

Presenting the new model of Workhorse, the Model 1E nicknamed the "Super-Workhorse"!

- The Super-Workhorse combined the capabilities of Model 1D HCT and Model 1SAR without compromising the cargo capacity. Intrepid pilots can now defend themselves whilst firefighting, or respond to fire emergency calls when returning from a sortie against enemy positions.
- The water tank is built into the front of the forecastle. To refill it the pilot needs to lower the forecastle into a body of water, open the watertank via a flip switch in the cockpit to let the water fill the tank, then close it again.
- The water cannon and the auto cannon shares the same mouse- and keyboard controls. Toggle between water and lead with "4."
- Cosmetic updates. Lower hull has been painted orange for improved visability during SAR operations. For those worrying about the camouflage aspect of this should be reminded that there are also six giant glowing thrusters mounted around the Super-Workhorse anyway.
- Added a lightable "Rescue Zone" sign on the bottom of the Super-Workhorse pointing towards the harness contraption. Toggle it on and off via a switch in the aftcastle.
- Improved cockpit visability. Moved the two instrument panels to the floor and moved the HUD outside the windows to minimise FOV interference.
- Removed the constant acceleration throttle and replaced it with a throttle limiter. The previous function of "Crawl Mode" has been replaced by this throttle limiter, allowing the pilot to determine their own speed.
- The throttle limiter also allows for the Super-Workhorse to automatically face a direction by using the auto pilot and limiting the throttle to 0. Particularily useful when you wish to sit at a distance and accurately fire on enemy positions without letting the cannonfire spin the Super-Workhorse around!
- Added warning lights and audio when the rear door opens. Remember to keep clear, door may open suddenly!
- Added a weapon locker containing a rifle, magazines, C4 and detonator. The code to open is "3663"!
- All things requiring high visibility has been thematically painted orange.
- Somewhat improved FPS optimisation.
- Probably more that I can't remember!

Update: 21 May, 2022 @ 5:15am

- Updated detailing.
- Replaced the single heavy autocannon with twin light autocannons.
- Fixed the turret pitch up limit. It now correctly is clamped to 45 degrees.

Update: 5 May, 2022 @ 6:34am

- Fixed detailing.
- Added a roof access hatch in the rear.
- Fixed front engines' lights not turning on when the engines are running.
- Changed engine starter controls from flip switches to push buttons. You can no longer unintentionally leave the starter electric motors running, resulting in high battery drain.

Update: 5 Apr, 2022 @ 10:42am

Introducing Model 1D, an upgraded model that allows the Workhorse to land and takeoff from water.

- Added two floatation pantoons on the flanks of the Workhorse.
- Made the rear hatch water-proof.
- Added bilge-pumps to all rooms that automatically activates when fluid is detected.
- Changed design of engines to allow them to start and run while in water.
- Changed the front air-to-air refueling markings to indicators that lights up when the connector is enabled.
- Added railings on the top of the craft to adhere to various safety regulations.

Update: 18 Mar, 2022 @ 6:58pm

- Widened the aircraft by two blocks.
- Increased size of aftcastle to accomodate more seating space.
- Moved the rear lift engines to compensate for the shifted center of mass.
- Improved balance now makes 0-4 containers safety rated for all autopilot systems (used to be 0-2).
- Widened walkways around the exterior.
- Updated hull detailing.

Update: 7 Mar, 2022 @ 3:58pm

- Removed dedicated landing lights.
- Spotlights can now be placed in static wide (default), static vertical (landing) or the old sweeping configuration.
- Added a monitor next to the light controls to show what configuration is selected.

Update: 7 Mar, 2022 @ 3:57pm

Updated "Workhorse" Model 1B HCC.

Update: 21 Feb, 2022 @ 5:29pm

Releasing the Model 1B, warranted by significant upgrades.

- Added automatic heaters in the fore- and aftcastles. When temperatures drop below 15C they kick in.
- Increased engine efficiency (doubled the number of turbines).
- Fuel consumption reduced by ~75% (running cargo missions should be more profitable now).
- Length of vessel increased by 0.75m to facilitate the increased number of turbines.
- Height of vessel increased by 0.25m. When carrying 1-2 containers the fore- and aftcastles are now flush against said containers.
- Added seperate engine RPS throttle for rear engines. You can now run them at different capacity than the lifting engines.
- Lifting engine detailing has changed with the additional turbines.
- Minor detailing changes on the fuselage.
- Moved gyro toggle button to the left side of the pilot seat.
- Moved air refueling fluid connector back.

Update: 12 Feb, 2022 @ 8:31am

- Updated radar UI.
- Increased radar FOV.
- Fixed transponder triangulation: saved circles now shows up on the small screen as well.
- Updated detailing.
- Medbay computer now has the classic windows wallpaper.
- The heavy autocannon's ammo count is now correct.

Update: 11 Feb, 2022 @ 3:57am

- Made changes to the "forward thrust" throttle control so it no longer can be used with incompatible modes.
- Made the radar circle symmetrical.
- Minor detailing updates.
- Added diving equipment.