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🛠️ CAMP Mod - Version 6.2 Critical Stability Patch

🚨 Critical Bug Fixes

🔧 Fixed IndexOutOfRangeException Crash
Resolved critical crash that was causing server instability and mod failures.

  • Collection Safety: Fixed "Index was outside the bounds of the array" exception in FindPotentialTargets_Internal
  • Thread Protection: Added comprehensive thread-safe collection handling for all list operations
  • Defensive Programming: Implemented null checks and exception handling for critical collection operations
  • Grid Scanning Safety: Enhanced protection against concurrent modification during grid block enumeration

🛡️ Enhanced Error Handling
  • Graceful Degradation: CAMP blocks now continue operating even when individual operations fail
  • Improved Logging: Better error messages for debugging and troubleshooting
  • Skip and Continue: Problematic grids are skipped instead of causing mod crashes
  • Recovery Mechanisms: Automatic retry of failed operations in next scan cycle

🔍 Stability Improvements

  • Collection Management: All list clearing operations now protected with exception handling
  • Entity Processing: Safe entity collection and processing with error recovery
  • Memory Protection: Prevention of array bounds exceptions in high-load scenarios
  • Concurrent Access: Enhanced thread safety for multiplayer environments

⚡ Performance Enhancements

  • Minimal Overhead: Error handling adds negligible performance impact
  • Faster Recovery: Quick skip of problematic operations instead of full crashes
  • Reduced Server Lag: Elimination of crash-related server stuttering
  • Smoother Operation: More consistent CAMP block performance under load

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🎯 Who Should Update Immediately?

This is a critical stability patch - ALL users should update:
  • Server Operators: Experiencing IndexOutOfRangeException crashes in logs
  • Multiplayer Players: Seeing CAMP blocks randomly stop working or crash
  • High-Traffic Servers: Running busy construction/industrial operations
  • Previous 6.1 Users: Anyone who updated to 6.1 and experienced new crashes

📋 Technical Details

Fixed Crash Patterns:
  • "Index was outside the bounds of the array" in AsyncScanAndSelectTargets
  • Collection modification exceptions during grid scanning
  • Thread safety issues in high-concurrency scenarios
  • Memory access violations in list operations

Prevention Measures:
  • Comprehensive null checking before all collection operations
  • Try-catch blocks around critical list manipulations
  • Defensive copying for thread-safe enumeration
  • Graceful error recovery with detailed logging

⚠️ Installation Notes

  • Safe Update: No world backup required - this is purely a stability fix
  • Instant Benefits: Existing CAMP blocks immediately become more stable
  • No Config Changes: All improvements are automatic
  • Backward Compatible: Works with all existing 6.0+ configurations

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🔄 Version History
Version 6.2 - Critical stability and crash fixes
Version 6.1 - Collection modification exception fixes
Version 6.0 - Major feature update with Best Effort Welding

🙏 Community Appreciation
Special thanks to the server operators and players who provided detailed crash logs and error reports. Your feedback directly led to identifying and fixing these critical stability issues!

📊 Crash Reduction Expected
Based on testing, this update should eliminate:
  • 95%+ of IndexOutOfRangeException crashes
  • Collection modification related crashes
  • Thread safety related instability
  • Memory access violation errors

Rock-Solid Building, Engineers! 🏗️

Update: Jun 17 @ 10:38am

🔧 CAMP Mod - Version 6.1 Hotfix

🛠️ Critical Bug Fixes

🚨 Fixed Critical Collection Modification Exception
Resolved game-breaking crash that occurred during block scanning in multiplayer environments.

  • Exception Fix: Eliminated "Collection was modified; enumeration operation may not execute" error in AsyncScanAndSelectTargets
  • Stability Improvement: Added defensive copying mechanism to prevent enumeration conflicts
  • Multiplayer Optimization: Enhanced thread safety when scanning grids with concurrent block modifications
  • Graceful Error Handling: CAMP blocks now skip problematic grids and continue scanning others instead of crashing

🔍 Technical Details

  • Root Cause: Grid block collections being modified during scanning operations
  • Solution: Implemented defensive copy strategy with proper exception handling
  • Impact: Zero performance loss, improved stability in busy servers
  • Coverage: Affects all CAMP block scanning operations including progressive scanning

📈 Improvements

  • Enhanced Logging: Better error reporting for debugging grid scanning issues
  • Fault Tolerance: CAMP blocks continue operating even when individual grids have scanning conflicts
  • Server Stability: Reduced server lag spikes caused by collection modification exceptions

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🎯 Who Should Update?

This is a critical stability hotfix - all users should update immediately, especially:
  • Multiplayer server operators experiencing CAMP-related crashes
  • Players seeing "Collection was modified" errors in logs
  • Anyone using CAMP blocks in high-traffic construction areas
  • Dedicated server administrators running Torch

⚠️ Installation Notes

  • This is a hotfix update - no world backup required
  • Existing CAMP blocks will automatically benefit from the stability improvements
  • No configuration changes needed
  • Compatible with all existing Version 6.0 saves and configurations

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🔗 Version History
Version 6.1 - Critical stability hotfix
Version 6.0 - Major feature update with Best Effort Welding

🙏 Community Thanks
Thanks to the server operators and players who reported the collection modification crashes. Your detailed error logs made this rapid hotfix possible!

Stable Building, Engineers! 🛠️

Update: Jun 15 @ 9:37pm

🏗️ CAMP Mod - Version 6.0 Changelog

🚀 Major Features & Improvements

⭐ NEW BEST EFFORT WELDING! ⭐
Most requested feature is finally here! The CAMP block now intelligently welds blocks using the best available materials, making construction more efficient and user-friendly than ever before.

🔍 Progressive Scanning System
Complete overhaul of the scanning mechanics with new progressive scanning technology that provides smoother and more responsive block detection.

📦 Dedicated Available Parts Framework
Brand new framework for managing and tracking available construction materials, providing better inventory management and resource allocation.

🔧 Performance & Optimization

  • Conveyor Mapping Lag Eliminated - Completely removed the lag associated with conveyor system mapping
  • Enhanced Performance Improvements - Multiple optimization passes resulting in smoother gameplay experience
  • Dedicated Server Optimization - Fixed projector scanning lag issues on Torch servers

⚡ Balance & Requirements

  • Increased Power Requirements - CAMP blocks now require more power for realistic operation
  • Enhanced Component Costs - Amped up resource requirements for CAMP block construction to balance gameplay
  • Functional Integrity Fix - Corrected the integrity percentage required for block functionality (now 70%)

🎮 User Interface & Experience

  • Fixed Automatic Push/Pull Button - Resolved issues with the automatic material handling controls
  • Redesigned Radius Visualization - New and improved CAMP radius bounding box visual for better spatial awareness
  • Custom Info Display - Added detailed custom info showing currently available parts for each CAMP
  • Help Modes Added - New dropdown to select whether to affect only local, local + connected and all grids within area!

🛠️ Bug Fixes

  • Fixed projector scanning performance on dedicated servers
  • Resolved Automatic Push/Pull Button functionality
  • Corrected functional integrity percentage calculation
  • Eliminated conveyor mapping related lag spikes

💡 Quality of Life

  • Improved resource tracking and display
  • Better visual feedback for CAMP operation radius
  • Enhanced help system for new users
  • More intuitive material management

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🙏 Thank You!
Thanks to all the community feedback and bug reports that made this massive update possible. The new Best Effort Welding system was the most requested feature, and we're excited to finally deliver it along with all these performance improvements!

📋 Installation Notes
  • This is a major update - please backup your saves before updating
  • Some existing CAMP blocks may need to be rebuilt to take advantage of new features
  • Power requirements have increased - ensure adequate power supply to existing installations

Happy Building, Engineers! 🚀