Dear Stormworkers,
This week we have been hard at work on bug fixes and improvements, many of which will soon arrive on experimental branch.
We are also announcing some of the new concept we are working on with modular engines!
5 Size Parts
We are already testing 1 size and 3 size modular engine parts, but we are also considering adding a 5 size modular engine set with crank shafts and pistons occupying 5x5x5 voxels. These parts would be significantly heavier and more powerful than the smaller engine parts, with a weight to power ratio that is slightly more efficient than the smaller parts.
Flywheels
We are considering adding flywheels to engines. Flywheels would affect the engines overall weight and momentum, allowing it to store more energy, for high-torque applications. These flywheel parts would fit to the crankshaft.
Turbo Chargers
With the new combustion mechanics, air pressure is an important factor in generating power from engines. We are considering adding a turbo that can convert pressure from one line to another. For example, players could run their exhaust through a turbo to increase the pressure and flow of the air intake.
Air Scoops
New fluid parts that consider air flow speed can generate pressure at the point of intake. These parts could be like fluid ports, except they generate higher pressure when facing into wind or the direction of motion.
Heat Exchangers
Many players have been asking for heat exchangers and the concept of distilled water versus sea water. We are considering splitting the 'water' fluid type into 'sea water' and 'distilled water'. Sea water would damage engines over time, meaning the use of heat exchangers would be essential to circulate clean water through a ship engine that was using sea water cooling.
We can't wait to share new modular engine features with you, and will continue to share our progress on the experimental branch as we develop new features and concepts.
Thanks to the many players who have given us feedback on the new modular engines so far.
Much love <3,
The Stormworks Developers