Advanced Docking Blocks/Devices

[Arbie2]

So, basically, i find the current docking systems tricky to use, especially on my bigger ships.

Heres my idea: Docking rails, motored rails, and docking clamps.

USES:

Docking Rails:

• Forces a ship to move along the set direction(s) of the rail
• Engines are usable

Motored Rails(turntables?):

• Same as above, but move ships independently
• Cannot be placed on a ship

Docking Clamps:

• Like ordinary docking systems, but can attach anywhere on the ship

ALL PROPOSED SYSTEMS MUST CONNECT TO ANOTHER ON THE SHIP TO WORK



HOW RAILS WORK:

'Loose' when not connected to a motor: Ships can move freely on the rail

'Firm' when connected to a motor: Ships can ONLY be moved by said motor

Direction can be set in build mode

Ships automatically 'launch' when they reach the end of the rail



Thanks, and please tell me if you have any ideas!

Arbie²

 

[z1967]

I love the idea, maybe it could be like mobile docking? this would allow for some pretty cool hangar designs aboars ships or even stations. Although I would wait a bit to implement this casue this will bring a hilariously long list of problems. Good idea though