Compact Gas Fuel Generator with Proportional Derivative Control

Created 6.2.2021

Load the world, close the door, then watch it go. The batteries are off so they wont charge up to the point that stops the generator unless you switch them on.

I ultimately ended up updating the build since the video. Although it goes over the 2 blocks, it's a better build with more pumps. With the proper load capacity, the PD control loop now stabilizes at a very precise temperature and the volume pumps no longer fluctuate. This is definitely more efficient than repeatedly hitting 100L with the pumps.

Quick overview: The active vents on the outside pump cold air into the tank at night. There are four active vents on the inside set to the same pressure. Three of them maintain pressure in the chamber using the cold air from storage while the 4th one (behind the generator) vacuums out to handle overflow and ensure the pressure is consistent. Then the proportional derivative controller throttles the volume pumps to exhaust the hot air (which is replaced by the cold air from storage). The system stabilizes very quickly and holds a constant temperature.