Research Station
Utility Building • Tier 1
Overview
The Research Station is the key to technological progression in StarRupture, converting items into Data Points (DP) that unlock new technologies, recipes, and capabilities. This analytical device examines the molecular structure of items, extracting knowledge that advances your understanding of the planet's resources and alien technology. Different items provide varying amounts of DP based on their complexity and rarity, making strategic research choices important. The Research Station is essential for every player, as DP is the primary currency for unlocking the tech tree that gates access to advanced equipment and automation.
Stats
| Tier | 1 |
|---|---|
| Power | Consumes 30 kW |
| Category | Utility |
Building Cost
- Iron Ingot x20 - Smelt from Iron Ore
- Circuit Board x10 - Craft at Assembler
- Glass x5 - Craft from sand in furnace
- Power: 30 kW during analysis
- No technology prerequisites - available early
- Build time: 10 seconds
Usage Details
- DP Generation: Converts items to Data Points based on item value
- Analysis Time: 3-10 seconds depending on item complexity
- Item Values: Common items (1-5 DP), Rare items (10-50 DP), Unique items (100+ DP)
- Queue System: Can queue up to 10 different item types
- Automation: Connect to conveyor belts for continuous research
- Progress Tracking: Shows total DP earned and available
Strategy Tips
- Build Research Station as soon as possible - DP is crucial
- Research excess items you don't need for storage
- Higher tier items give more DP - prioritize rare materials
- Automate research with conveyor belts feeding excess production
- Balance between using items and researching them
- Crystal Shards give excellent DP (50 each) - research extras
- Don't research items you need for crafting - only excess
- Check tech tree before researching to plan DP spending