Thermal Monitor Removal From Ic2: What Changed And Why?

The Thermal Monitor is a component of the IC2 Nuclear Control mod for IndustrialCraft2. It is used to monitor the temperature of a nuclear reactor and can be placed directly on or near the reactor. The monitor has three indicator colours: grey, indicating that no reactor has been found; green, indicating that the reactor temperature is below the selected limit; and red, indicating that the reactor temperature has exceeded the limit. When the indicator turns red, the monitor also emits a redstone signal, which can be sent to an alarm or back to the reactor to shut it down. While the Thermal Monitor is designed to prevent reactors from overheating, it is not foolproof and extremely quick heat-up may cause the reactor to explode before the monitor can send a signal.

The Thermal Monitor is an integral component of IC2 Nuclear Control

To use the Thermal Monitor, players must place it directly on their reactor or reactor chamber, or within one block of it. The monitor has a GUI that can be accessed by right-clicking, allowing players to set the maximum safe temperature for their reactor. If the reactor reaches this temperature, the Thermal Monitor's screen turns red and emits a redstone signal, which can be sent to an alarm or back to the reactor to initiate a shutdown.

The Thermal Monitor has three indicator colours: grey, indicating that no reactor has been found; green, indicating that the reactor is actively being monitored and is below the selected temperature limit; and red, indicating that the reactor temperature has exceeded the chosen limit. It is important to note that the temperature setting should be lower than the critical temperature of the reactor to ensure effective monitoring.

In addition to the Thermal Monitor, the IC2 Nuclear Control mod also includes other items such as the Remote Thermal Monitor, Digital Thermometer, Industrial Alarm, and various sensor kits, all of which contribute to a comprehensive nuclear reactor management system within the game.

The monitor measures the heat level of a nuclear reactor

The Thermal Monitor is a device in the Nuclear Control Mod that helps monitor the heat level of a nuclear reactor. It is placed within one block of the reactor or directly on it. The monitor has a GUI that displays the temperature of the reactor, which can be set between 0 and 15,000 in intervals of 100. If the reactor reaches the set maximum temperature, the monitor's screen turns red and emits a redstone signal, which can be sent to an alarm or back to the reactor to shut it down.

The heat level of a nuclear reactor is also measured through the kinetic energy of fission products, which is converted to thermal energy when these nuclei collide with nearby atoms. Additionally, the reactor absorbs some of the gamma rays produced during fission and converts their energy into heat. The temperature of the reactor is carefully controlled using control rods and neutron moderators to regulate the number of neutrons that continue the reaction, ensuring safe operation.

The Thermal Monitor is an essential tool for maintaining the safety of nuclear reactors by providing a visual and signal-based indication of the reactor's temperature. It allows operators to take necessary actions, such as shutting down the reactor or activating an alarm, to prevent overheating and potential hazards.

The heat generated by a nuclear reactor is passed to a working fluid coolant, which can be water or gas. This coolant absorbs the heat and carries it away from the reactor, which is then used to generate steam. The steam is used to drive turbines, which, in commercial reactors, are connected to electrical generator shafts for electricity production.

If the reactor reaches a certain heat level, the monitor's screen turns red and emits a redstone signal

The Thermal Monitor is a handy tool in the Nuclear Control Mod that helps monitor the temperature of a Nuclear Reactor. It is an essential component for maintaining the safety and efficiency of the reactor.

To set up the Thermal Monitor, players must right-click on it to open the GUI and use the slider to select the maximum safe temperature for their nuclear reactor. This temperature setting ranges from 0 to 15000, adjustable in intervals of 100. It is crucial to set the temperature below the critical point of the reactor to ensure effective monitoring.

The Thermal Monitor's placement is also vital for accurate temperature readings. It should be placed within one block of the Nuclear Reactor or Reactor Chamber. For the best results, it is recommended to place it directly on the reactor. When searching for a reactor, the Thermal Monitor only checks one block in each direction. If multiple reactors are nearby, the monitor will only track the first one it detects.

Now, let's focus on what happens when the reactor reaches a certain heat level. The Thermal Monitor has three indicator colours: grey, green, and red. When the reactor's temperature rises above the selected limit, the monitor's screen turns red, indicating a critical situation. This visual cue is accompanied by the emission of a redstone signal. This signal can be utilised in two ways: it can trigger an alarm, alerting players to the overheating reactor, or it can be directed back at the Nuclear Reactor, initiating an emergency shutdown to prevent a potential explosion.

The redstone signal is a versatile tool in itself. Players can connect it to a redpower thingy to remove uranium cells when the reactor overheats, ensuring the cells' safety. Additionally, the signal can be used to activate retrievers to retrieve empty cells and restock full cells, optimising the reactor's efficiency.

The monitor has three indicator colours: grey, green and red

The Thermal Monitor is a key component of the IC2 Nuclear Control mod, which is used to monitor the temperature of a Nuclear Reactor. The monitor has three indicator colours: grey, green and red.

Grey indicates that no reactor has been found. To resolve this, the monitor should be detached and placed closer to the reactor chamber, or directly on it. The monitor should be placed within one block of the reactor or reactor chamber. When searching for a reactor, it only checks one block in each direction.

Green means that the monitor is actively monitoring the reactor, and the reactor temperature is below the selected temperature limit.

Red indicates that the reactor temperature has exceeded the chosen limit. When this happens, the monitor emits a redstone signal. This signal can be sent to an alarm or back to the reactor, causing it to shut down.

The temperature can be set between 0 and 15000, in intervals of 100. The temperature selected should be lower than the critical temperature of the reactor. If the reactor heats up very quickly, the monitor may not have time to emit its redstone signal before the reactor explodes.

The Remote Thermal Monitor is a remote version of the Thermal Monitor

The Remote Thermal Monitor features a progress bar that shows the heating level of the reactor, with 100% being the signal level it is set to. The indicator side of the progress bar can be adjusted with a wrench. When the machine does not have enough power, the indicator bar turns dark grey. It also indicates if a reactor can't be found or is too far away by turning bluish-grey.

To rotate the Remote Thermal Monitor around an axis, you can use a combination of Shift/Sneak and right-click with a wrench. The Monitor will output a redstone signal if the given temperature is reached, making it a good way to control the temperature of a Nuclear Reactor.

The Remote Thermal Monitor consumes 1 EU/t of energy, and its energy consumption can be increased via the RemoteThermalMonitorEnergyConsumption config parameter. The default energy storage capacity is 600 EU, and the maximum packet size before explosion is 32 EU. Energy storage and packet size can be increased with energy storage and transformer upgrades. Power can be supplied via wires or with energy storage items such as batteries or energy crystals.

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