To activate and use the ammonium thrusters in Astroneer, you need to gather an ammonium resource. Then, you must place the ammonium in your backpack or a vehicle's storage and interact with the thruster to fuel it. Finally, activate the thrusters to launch your vehicle into space.
Activating Ammonium Thrusters in Astroneer
To activate and use the ammonium thrusters in Astroneer, you must follow a specific set of steps within the game. Firstly, you need to locate the thruster itself. Ammonium thrusters are normally found in the tier-2 section of the backpack printer, which is represented by a small rocket icon. Once you have located the thruster, you will need to craft it using the necessary resources. Ammonium thrusters require one aluminum and one ammonium to be crafted.
Preparing for Launch
After you have successfully crafted the ammonium thruster, engage in the preparation process for launching. This involves setting up your spaceship, ensuring that you have enough fuel and resources for your journey. Extract ammonium from the terrain using the terrain tool, and ensure that it is stored within your backpack. Ammonium is the fuel source for the thruster, so having an adequate supply is crucial for the success of your space travel.
Using the Ammonium Thrusters
Once you are ready to lift off, approach your spaceship with the crafted ammonium thruster in your inventory. Interact with the spaceship's thruster attachment point to install the ammonium thruster. Make sure that the ammonium is also present in your backpack to fuel the thruster. Without ammonium, the thruster cannot function, so double-check your inventory before taking off.
After installing the ammonium thruster and ensuring that you have an ample supply of ammonium, you are ready to launch. Activate the spacecraft's controls to initiate the launch sequence. The spacecraft will ascend into space powered by the ammonium thruster. Monitor your fuel levels during the journey to ensure that you have enough ammonium to reach your desired destination safely.
Refueling and Reusing Ammonium Thrusters
As you travel through space in Astroneer, you may need to refuel your ammonium thrusters to continue your exploration. To refuel the thrusters, land your spacecraft on a suitable surface and extract more ammonium from the terrain using your terrain tool. Transfer the extracted ammonium to your backpack and replenish the fuel supply of the ammonium thruster.
Ammonium thrusters can be reused multiple times by refueling them with ammonium. This allows you to embark on multiple space journeys using the same thruster, provided you have enough ammonium reserves. By refueling and reusing the thrusters, you can extend your exploration capabilities in Astroneer and reach distant planets within the game.