# 🚀 Latest Additions to PolyTech ## ✨ Major Recent Features *(Post-v2.0.0)* PolyTech has expanded in a big way, with a major focus on automation, infrastructure, and large-scale machine systems. The biggest highlight is the introduction of a **full quarry framework** aimed at **QuarryPlus-style parity**, along with several new processing systems and integration upgrades. --- ## ⛏️ Quarry System Implementation The most significant recent addition is a **comprehensive quarry framework** built for large-scale automated mining. ### Core Machines Added #### **Quarry Block** A frame-based mining machine with a **moving drill head** for immersive, large-area excavation. #### **Chunk Destroyer** An advanced mining machine designed for **chunk-by-chunk clearing** and high-volume resource extraction. #### **Quarry Frame** A structural component used to define and visualize the quarry mining area. #### **Solar Panel** A renewable power generator that helps support off-grid and automated machine setups. #### **Battery Box** An energy storage block for buffering and distributing stored power across your systems. --- ## 👥 Villager Processing Machines A new machine line focused on villager-based automation and progression. ### New Machines #### **Villager Grinder** Processes villagers to extract **Villager Souls**, a new specialized resource. #### **Villager Combiner** Allows villagers to be combined for **trait optimization** and advanced setup control. --- ## 📦 New Resources & Items Several new materials and utility items have been added to support the expanded tech tree. ### New Materials - **Villager Soul** — a unique resource obtained through villager processing - **Iron Dust** - **Gold Dust** - **Copper Dust** - **Iron Plate** - **Gold Plate** - **Copper Plate** ### Utility Item - **PolyTech Handbook** — in-game documentation for machines, systems, and progression --- ## ⚡ Infrastructure Enhancements PolyTech’s internal systems have also received major upgrades to improve scalability and usability. ### New Systems - **Energy Grid System** — now supports **16 color-coded energy channels** - **Wireless Power** — added **Transmitter / Receiver** functionality for remote energy transfer - **Advanced GUI System** — custom interfaces for machine-specific control and interaction - **Mixin Support** — `polytech.mixins.json` added for expanded technical functionality --- ## 🔗 Cross-Mod Integration PolyTech now works more smoothly with other projects in the ecosystem. ### Supported Integrations - **Digital Chest Compatibility** — Chunk Destroyer can directly deposit mined items - **Polymer Pipes Support** — transport support for both fluids and items - **Polydex Integration** — recipe browsing with custom PolyTech categories --- ## 🛠️ Summary This update significantly expands PolyTech with: - A full **quarry and mining automation framework** - New **villager processing mechanics** - Expanded **materials and progression items** - Improved **energy, GUI, and infrastructure systems** - Better **cross-mod interoperability** PolyTech is continuing to evolve into a much more complete and interconnected tech experience. ---