Mods / Thermal Fracturing

Category: #Other #QoL
Author: Emmett_chef
Side: Both
Created: Dec 30th 2023 at 5:51 AM
Last modified: Jan 3rd at 5:12 AM
Downloads: 522
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Latest file for v1.19.0-rc.4:
thermalfracturing_0.2.0.zip 1-click install


Thermal Fracturing

This is a simple mod which causes rocks near firepits over 1000°C to fracture, allowing them to be removed by hand. This applies to any rocks and ores regardless of their mining tier.

Background

Here's a ChatGPT excerpt I plagiarized describing "fire setting" mining (AKA thermal fracturing):

Fire setting, an ancient mining technique, harnesses the elemental power of fire to extract valuable minerals from the earth. Predominantly used in prehistoric times and continuing into the early modern era, this method involved heating rock faces with large fires, then rapidly cooling them with water or vinegar. This sudden temperature change caused the rock to crack and fracture, facilitating easier extraction of ores. Fire setting was especially prevalent in mining operations for metals like gold, copper, and tin, where conventional tools of the era were insufficient to penetrate hard rock formations. The technique reflects early human ingenuity in overcoming natural barriers, although it was labor-intensive and posed significant risks, including the potential for uncontrolled fires and toxic fumes. Over time, with advancements in technology and an increased understanding of geology, fire setting was largely replaced by more efficient and safer mining methods. However, its historical significance lies in its contribution to early metallurgical developments and the shaping of mining practices.

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v0.2.0 394 Jan 3rd at 5:12 AM Show thermalfracturing_0.2.0.zip Install now
v0.1.0 128 Dec 30th 2023 at 5:53 AM Show thermalfracturing_0.1.0.zip Install now

7 Comments (oldest first | newest first)

💬 _Mason, Aug 12th at 11:09 AM

There was this bonfire mod which added thermal fracturing through what looked like a real proper roaring bonfire. It's a shame that new versions of the game broke it.

💬 LarekFlynn, Feb 22nd at 8:02 AM

Geology Additions breaks this mod unfortunately. Any chance for an update with compatability?

💬 SwagPenguin, Jan 22nd at 5:13 PM

This sounds like a fun alternative to the early game grind. Can we get a video showing how it works. Including the ChatGPT article was a nice touch

💬 Thap, Jan 4th at 8:39 AM

ASILiara watering cans!

💬 ASILiara, Jan 4th at 3:45 AM

This is a great concept. Now if only there were a way to toss water on things without having already gotten metal, to complete the cycle...

💬 GrimoireODS, Jan 3rd at 2:13 PM

I see the version changed too 1.19 pre, it doesnt work for 1.18 anymore?

💬 Acouthyt, Dec 30th 2023 at 8:07 AM

Frankly, it sounds super interesting. Could we maybe get a picture of how it works, what it effectively does, things along those lines? Do we have to dig out a rock and bring it to a firepit? Do we light a firepit next to a rock formation?

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