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Mod category: Block, Production
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26 Dec, 2015 @ 12:50pm
28 Aug, 2021 @ 1:27am
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Power Transmitters

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This mod adds 2 ways of transmitting power from one grid to another, wirelessly. Recharge your drones in your bay wirelessly, power your remote research outpost through satellites or stop your near orbit station from dropping onto the planet with power supply from the ground! Nothing is impossible!

1) Radial Power Transmitters

Small Radial Power Transmitter (Large block):

Size: 1x1x2
Upgrade slots: 8
Base input/output: 15MW
Receiver power formula: ( P(sent power in MW) * 1000 - d(distance in m)² * 0.0015 ) / ( 1000 * g(grids in range) )

Small Radial Power Transmitter (Small block):

Size: 1x1x2
Upgrade slots: 8
Base input/output: 3MW
Receiver power formula: ( P(sent power in MW) * 1000 - d(distance in m)² * 0.0015 ) / ( 1000 * g(grids in range) )

Small Radial Signal Aplifier (Large block):

Size: 1x1x1
Input/output additive multiplier: 3x

Small Radial Signal Aplifier (Small block):

Size: 1x1x1
Input/output additive multiplier: 3x

Radial Power Transmitters send power to all directions on specified channels, even through matter. They do not have a definite maximum range, instead the receiver gets no power when its received power is below 10kW and it is considered out of range. Their maximum power output and input can be raised with Small Radial Signal Amplifiers (3x).

Within its terminal interface, you can not only find all kinds of information on their current status (tag values, sent power, maximum range, and many more), but a compact example on how to set them up. Following is a more detailed version:

To configure it, you put "()" into the name of the transmitter. You can put several options in it, seperated by ",".
- "P:<PowerStrength>" defines the send power in Mega Watts. If you define more power then it is available on the grid, all power that is still available will be send. Inactive when in receiver mode.
- "C:<Channel>" defines the channel on which to send or receive power. Must be an integer from 0 upwards.
- "M:<Mode>" defines the current mode the transmitter is in, a receiver "R" or sender "S". By default a transmitter is in receiver mode.

An example can be found in the screenshots above. The Small Radial Power Transmitter is refered to "RPT (...)" there.

2) Optical Power Transmitters

Small Optical Power Transmitter (Large block):

Size: 1x1x2
Upgrade slots: 4
Base input/output: 50MW
Receiver power formula: P(sent power in MW) * 0.95 (constant power loss)
Maximum range: 40km

Small Optical Power Transmitter (Small block):

Size: 1x1x2
Upgrade slots: 4
Base input/output: 10MW
Receiver power formula: P(sent power in MW) * 0.95 (constant power loss)
Maximum range: 9km

Small Optical Signal Aplifier (Large block):

Size: 1x1x1
Input/output additive multiplier: 3x

Small Optical Signal Aplifier (Small block):

Size: 1x1x1
Input/output additive multiplier: 3x

Optical Power Transmitters send power to their target Optical Power Transmitter up to 40km away by using a non-visible high energy beam, but need a direct line of sight. You can raise their maximum power output by using Small Optical Signal Amplifiers (3x). They are probably the most energy efficient way of transfering power. They have a constant energy loss of 5% due to technical reasons that is not distance dependent.

Within its terminal interface, you can not only find all kinds of information on their current status (tag values, sent power, maximum range, link status to the target, and many more), but a compact example on how to set them up. Following is a more detailed version:

To configure it, you put "()" into the name of the transmitter. You can put several options in it, seperated by ",".
- "P:<PowerStrength>" defines the send power. If you define more power then it is available on the grid, all power that is still available will be send. Inactive when in receiver mode.
- "I:<ID>" defines the ID of the OPT. That ID has to be refered to when setting it up as an OPT's target.
- "T:<Target ID>" defines the target's ID as specified in the target OPT before.
- "M:<Mode>" defines the current mode the transmitter is in, a receiver "R" or sender "S". By default a transmitter is in receiver mode.

An example can be found in the screenshots above. The Small Radial Power Transmitter is refered to "OPT (...)" there.

3) Remote Power Converter:

Remote Power Converter (Large block):

Size: 1x1x1
Infinite Potential Maximum Output

Remote Power Converter (Small block):

Size: 1x1x1
Infinite Potential Maximum Output

The Remote Power Converter must be placed on each grid that should receive power, you only need A SINGLE ONE on each grid (in addition to the transmitter(s)). The transmitters direct their incoming power forms into this advanced device that transforms it into electrical power that can be used as usual on the grid. It can take as much power as all transmitters on the grid combined.

Bugs:

- If you have issues with sending on the correct channel with RPTs, try deleting all configuration tags and start with the channel first, and with the mode last

Future additions:

- More powerful versions
- Quantum Transmitters
- Config file
Popular Discussions View All (6)
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28 Mar, 2023 @ 2:00am
Beta Bugs
Cython
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1 Jan, 2024 @ 10:11pm
Feature Request
Cython
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11 Jul, 2022 @ 9:12pm
Remote Power Converter won't toggle on.
Rhimens
659 Comments
Nerevar 9 Mar @ 6:40pm 
I wish this got an update. Would be such a useful mod.
EV_SkyFall 14 Feb @ 12:11am 
https://steamhost.cn/steamcommunity_com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3426934415
got bug fixed working version (but also simplified)
BarelyZen 11 Feb @ 2:21pm 
The repetitive, automatic flipping (on/off) and the constant beeping sound is terribly annoying. I don't care how it works (bursting or what ever) the audio fatigue this mod introduces makes it unusable. I can't believe this is how this mod was intended to function.
Sardaukar 1 Feb @ 5:17pm 
This mod works fine for me. The info from the build info mod isn't correct, and the power transmit in bursts. Like on some kind of heartbeat tick or something, which is fine for charging batteries. I wouldn't try it as the sole power source for anything though...
Vegas 1 Feb @ 11:25am 
Mod does not work. I have to transmitters, one send and on receive. Both on channel 2. 2 meters from each other. Sender says searching for target, sender says 0 sources.
JackSplater 23 Jan @ 1:14pm 
Does this mod still work? I can't get it to transmit power. I have the sender and receiver configured, but the receiver only shows it's getting power for a second after I set its channel. The power converter doesn't output any power, and after the initial connection between sender and receiver they both say 0 power is being transmitted.
Klous 1 Dec, 2024 @ 11:05am 
@Frogmaster didn't work for me, I'm making 2mw and sending 1mw and the converter on the receiver side is still flashing on and off.
Frogmaster 25 Nov, 2024 @ 7:06pm 
@AdlezEluryh I found that if you put the transmitting antenna directly on a battery it will stop the constant on/off. As long as you have enough power generation to cover the amount you are sending. Bit late but, I hope this helps.
cameronoflochiel 23 Oct, 2024 @ 4:52pm 
does this mod still work?
AdlezEluryh 8 Oct, 2024 @ 7:02am 
I've got the Radial Power Transmitter working.
But for some reason the optical refuses to work.
The optical (sender) isn't getting any power input. And when I'm trying to use the optical transmission, the power convertor refuses to turn on.
The Sender and Reciever both say they're in sight and connected.
Anyone know what I'm doing wrong?

Also, while using the radial, the Power Convertor continuosly switches from On to Off.