Tractor-Tow OXZ - Revision history

Reval at 09:26, 12 June 2026

2026-06-12T09:26:03Z

Reval: cargo bonus

2026-06-12T09:24:41Z

cargo bonus

Reval: version 1.1 amendments and downloads

2026-06-11T08:27:25Z

version 1.1 amendments and downloads

Reval at 08:21, 9 June 2026

2026-06-09T08:21:36Z

Reval at 06:45, 9 June 2026

2026-06-09T06:45:29Z

Reval: version 1.0.2 (removal of extraneous lines/conditions)

2026-06-09T05:40:09Z

version 1.0.2 (removal of extraneous lines/conditions)

Reval at 03:33, 9 June 2026

2026-06-09T03:33:23Z

Reval: version 1.0.1 (NPB Neutralizer dependency)

2026-06-09T03:23:35Z

version 1.0.1 (NPB Neutralizer dependency)

Reval: version 1.0 downloads

2026-06-08T10:28:03Z

version 1.0 downloads

Reval at 19:50, 7 June 2026

2026-06-07T19:50:01Z

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 == Notes for Operators ==
-First, it should be remembered that the Tractor-Tow AI system is not physical or solid. It relies on multiple inputs in the form of feedback pulses per microsecond. The Tractor is maintaining a continuously adjusted and precise bombardment of gravitons to keep the tractored hulk 'tethered' to the Operator's vessel. The beam is omnidirectional, forming an invisible sphere around the towing ship.
+First, it should be remembered that the Tractor-Tow AI system is not physical or solid. It relies on multiple inputs in the form of feedback pulses per microsecond. The Tractor is maintaining a continuously adjusted and precise bombardment of gravitons to keep the tractored hulk 'tethered' to the Operator's vessel. The beam is omnidirectional, forming an invisible sphere around the guiding ship.
 It may be likened to a sheepdog or steer, as these animals were (and perhaps still are) employed in ancient pastoral societies.

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 == Notes for Operators ==
-First, it should be remembered that the Tractor-Tow AI system is not physical or solid. It relies on multiple inputs in the form of feedback pulses per microsecond. The Tractor is maintaining a continuously adjusted and precise bombardment of gravitons to keep the tractored hulk 'tethered' and following in the wake of the Operator's vessel.
+First, it should be remembered that the Tractor-Tow AI system is not physical or solid. It relies on multiple inputs in the form of feedback pulses per microsecond. The Tractor is maintaining a continuously adjusted and precise bombardment of gravitons to keep the tractored hulk 'tethered' to the Operator's vessel. The beam is omnidirectional, forming an invisible sphere around the towing ship.
 It may be likened to a sheepdog or steer, as these animals were (and perhaps still are) employed in ancient pastoral societies.
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 However, should you be forced into a situation where you must '''suspend towing operations''' - through an unexpected attack, for example - you can break the current Tractor Lock by firing your '''Injectors''' for a few seconds. To resume the tow, proceed again as you did on initial acquisition.
-Successful completion of a towing run brings substantial cash rewards: Your fee is calculated based on the [[Small Ships OXZ#New Prices|'''rationalized market price''']] of the ship-type you bring in. A generous proportion of '''half this value''' goes into the Contractor's account.
+Successful completion of a towing run brings substantial cash rewards: Your fee is calculated based on the [[Small Ships OXZ#New Prices|'''rationalized market price''']] of the ship-type you bring in. A generous proportion of '''half this value''' goes into the Contractor's account, along with any '''bonus''' accruing from the sale of '''residual cargo''' carried by the hulk.
 And our graviton beam technology can handle multiple disabled vessels.

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 == Download ==
-Download Version 1.0 of Tractor-Tow (zipped OXP):
+Download Version 1.1 of Tractor-Tow (zipped OXP):
 https://wiki.alioth.net/img_auth.php/0/09/Tractor-Tow.oxp.zip
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 '''OR'''
-Download Version 1.0 of Tractor-Tow (OXZ):
+Download Version 1.1 of Tractor-Tow (OXZ):
 https://wiki.alioth.net/img_auth.php/5/58/Tractor-Tow.oxz
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 <pre>
 	Version 1.0.2
 		* Removed extraneous line from equipment.plist
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 [[File:Tag-colour-green.png]]
 {{OXPLevel|1}}{{Infobox OXPb| title = Tractor-Tow
-|version = 1.0
+|version = 1.1
-|release = 2026-06-08
+|release = 2026-06-11
 |features = Creates an immersive task
 |license = CC BY-NC-SA 4

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 Guiding a hulk to Station is a slow - some might find painfully slow - procedure. Much patience is required to do the job of a licensed Salvage Contractor well. Never engage Torus or injectors! - you will break the Tractor Lock.
-However, should you be forced into a situation where you must suspend towing operations - through an unexpected attack, for example - you can break the current Tractor Lock by firing your Injectors for a few seconds. To resume the tow, proceed again as you initially acquired the Lock.
+However, should you be forced into a situation where you must '''suspend towing operations''' - through an unexpected attack, for example - you can break the current Tractor Lock by firing your '''Injectors''' for a few seconds. To resume the tow, proceed again as you did on initial acquisition.
-On successful completion of a towing run, cash rewards will be substantial. Your fee is calculated based on the [[Small Ships OXZ#New Prices|'''rationalized market price''']] of the ship-type you bring in. A generous proportion of '''half this value''' goes into the Contractor's account.
+Successful completion of a towing run brings substantial cash rewards: Your fee is calculated based on the [[Small Ships OXZ#New Prices|'''rationalized market price''']] of the ship-type you bring in. A generous proportion of '''half this value''' goes into the Contractor's account.
 And our graviton beam technology can handle multiple disabled vessels.

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 Guiding a hulk to Station is a slow - some might find painfully slow - procedure. Much patience is required to do the job of a licensed Salvage Contractor well. Never engage Torus or injectors! - you will break the Tractor Lock.
-But on successful completion of a towing run, cash rewards will be substantial. Your fee is calculated based on the [[Small Ships OXZ#New Prices|'''rationalized market price''']] of the ship-type you bring in. A generous proportion of '''half this value''' goes into the Contractor's account.
+However, should you be forced into a situation where you must suspend towing operations - through an unexpected attack, for example - you can break the current Tractor Lock by firing your Injectors for a few seconds. To resume the tow, proceed again as you initially acquired the Lock.
 And our graviton beam technology can handle multiple disabled vessels.

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 <pre>
 	Version 1.0.1
-	    * NPB Neutralizer marked as a dependency in manifest.plist
+	        * NPB Neutralizer marked as a dependency in manifest.plist
 </pre>

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 The soundest choice if you intend to neutralize and then 'salvage' Offenders is:
 * [[PT-BVRM Pteranodon OXZ|'''PT-BVRM Pteranodon''']]
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 This emergency '''capacitor''' conducts potential energy from the Witchdrive to shore up '''shield resistance''' when hull integrity is critical. If the ship remains under fire, the unit's last-ditch replenishing action will finally drain all fuel. But it represents a highly desirable trade-off between short-term mobility and '''survival'''.
 * [[Small Ships OXZ|'''Small Ships''']]

← Older revision		Revision as of 03:23, 9 June 2026
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	FE Shipyards' premier trader/vigilante HUD now '''integrates realtime tracking''' of this OXP's closest High Offender in-system. Unzip the file to your Oolite AddOns folder.		FE Shipyards' premier trader/vigilante HUD now '''integrates realtime tracking''' of this OXP's closest High Offender in-system. Unzip the file to your Oolite AddOns folder.

		+
		+	== Versions ==
		+
		+	<pre>
		+	Version 1.0.1
		+	* NPB Neutralizer marked as a dependency in manifest.plist
		+
		+	</pre>

	== Quick Facts ==		== Quick Facts ==

← Older revision		Revision as of 10:28, 8 June 2026
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	On entering Station Aegis, the AI will release the towed hulk for tug-operations. Upon docking, your payment will be reported and your fee transferred.		On entering Station Aegis, the AI will release the towed hulk for tug-operations. Upon docking, your payment will be reported and your fee transferred.
		+
		+
		+	== Download ==
		+
		+	Download Version 1.0 of Tractor-Tow (zipped OXP):
		+
		+	https://wiki.alioth.net/img_auth.php/0/09/Tractor-Tow.oxp.zip
		+
		+	Simply unzip to your Oolite AddOns folder.
		+
		+	'''OR'''
		+
		+	Download Version 1.0 of Tractor-Tow (OXZ):
		+
		+	https://wiki.alioth.net/img_auth.php/5/58/Tractor-Tow.oxz
		+
		+	Place this file in your Oolite AddOns folder.
		+
		+	'''OR'''
		+
		+	Get the latest version in-game from the Oolite Expansions Manager.

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 Galcop's '''Neutral Particle Beam''' weapon causes catastrophic '''internal damage''' - frying computers, disabling power, knocking out weapons and critical systems - while throwing off little energy as surface heat. A direct hit leaves the target a '''drifting derelict''' without triggering fatal explosions of fuel or ordinance.
 * [[Small Ships OXZ|'''Small Ships''']]
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 {{IconOXP|ooVersion="1.82"|oxpCPU="Low"|oxpMEM="Average"|oxpGPU="Low"}}
-[[File:Tag-colour-blue.png]]
+[[File:Tag-colour-green.png]]
 {{OXPLevel|1}}{{Infobox OXPb| title = Tractor-Tow
 |version = 1.0