Logistical Automation
Although the mod is still in alpha development stage, it has successfully passed numerous tests and is ready for use in modpacks. Installation requires Guide-API. MCMultipart is supported for conveyors, though minor issues may occasionally occur.
Mod Overview
Logistical Automation is a comprehensive technology mod dedicated to production automation through unique transportation systems. The foundation consists of various conveyor types and sorting devices. Future plans include adding custom machinery and energy generation systems.
The developer draws inspiration from Factorio while striving to create a unique gaming experience. Notable attention is given to enhancing conveyor systems compared to alternatives from other mods. Currently, the energy system and main machines are not yet implemented, but the existing functionality is stable and completely ready for use.
Tools
The mod includes a special tool - Logistic Wrench. It can be used to rotate directional blocks, adjust catwalk sides, and change direction of stair conveyors (by holding Shift and using right mouse button).
Transportation Systems
Available conveyor types include:
• Stone Conveyors
• Flat Conveyors
• Stair Conveyors
• Vertical Conveyors
All conveyors except stone ones come in three speed tiers: normal, fast, and express. Stone conveyors operate exclusively at one extremely slow pace. Items center themselves on all conveyor types except stone ones. Important feature: magnetic systems cannot remove items from moving conveyors.
Sorting Devices
Combining conveyors with sorting mechanisms enables creation of complex logistics networks. Key devices:
• Filter - directs items in different directions according to set parameters. Non-corresponding items pop upward. Can configure sensitivity to NBT, metadata, and other properties.
• Alternator - alternately routes item stacks left and right in sequence.
• Junction - controls movement direction using redstone.
• Splitter - divides stacks equally between both sides. With odd-numbered stacks, the larger portion always goes right.
• Extractor - retrieves items from adjacent inventory every 0.25 seconds with filtering capability.
• Grate - allows items and experience orbs to pass through when open. Controlled manually or via redstone.
All sorting devices (except Grate) can directly transfer items into adjacent containers.
Mob Farms
Conveyors work exceptionally well for automated farms. They're particularly effective with Cursed Earth placed underneath conveyors. Special farm blocks:
• Blowtorch - deals 3 hearts of damage every 2 seconds to creatures directly in front. Additionally ignites them for 2 seconds.
• Octo-directional Blowtorch - affects enemies within one block radius using the same damage mechanism.
Decorative Elements
The mod includes decorative building elements:
• Catwalks - connect automatically when placed adjacent and allow side adjustments using wrench. Removing a catwalk doesn't reset adjacent ones (feature will be fixed in future).
• Catwalk Stairs
• Catwalk Pillars
More detailed information is available in the in-game guide book!
