If you want to automate your cleaning operations in Moon Sweepers, JOONAS is one of the machines you can use to sweep the Moon without controlling a vehicle yourself. These automated sweepers can clean sections independently, helping you increase the amount of lunar dust collected while you focus on other parts of your production setup.
In this Moon Sweepers JOONAS Guide, we will explain how to use JOONAS, how much it costs, and why you need a capsule catcher to collect the capsules it produces. I will also explain how to connect the system to your production line so you can move lunar dust toward the later stages of processing.
However, there is one important thing to know before spending your money. JOONAS was reported to have several bugs at the time of the gameplay demonstration, including problems when the player moves too far away. I recommend testing one unit before investing heavily in multiple automated sweepers.
Moon Sweepers JOONAS Guide – How to Use Automated Sweepers
JOONAS is an automated sweeper that cleans sections of the Moon without requiring you to operate it manually. Once it is running, it moves around the surface and works on cleaning individual sections.
Each JOONAS costs €20,000, making it a significant investment, especially during the earlier stages of the game.
These machines are intended to automate part of your cleaning process. Instead of driving a sweeper yourself to clean every section, you can let JOONAS handle the work while you focus on other tasks.
How Does JOONAS Work?
JOONAS operates autonomously and moves around the Moon’s surface to clean sections. As it continues working, the amount of cleaned area can increase quite quickly when the system is functioning correctly.
However, its movement may not always look predictable. In the gameplay demonstration, the automated sweeper sometimes appeared to move in an unexpected direction.
Because the system was reported to be buggy, you should monitor your first unit to make sure it is actually cleaning rather than assuming it will always work correctly.
How to Use JOONAS in Moon Sweepers
Before investing in several units, start by purchasing and testing one JOONAS. This allows you to see how the machine behaves in your current setup.
Here is the basic approach:
- Purchase JOONAS for €20,000.
- Set up the automated sweeper in your cleaning area.
- Allow it to move around and clean sections of the Moon.
- Monitor its progress to confirm that the cleaned-area count is increasing.
- Check whether it is producing capsules and whether those capsules are reaching a catcher.
If the machine is working correctly, you can consider expanding your automated cleaning system. If it stops cleaning or behaves unexpectedly, avoid spending more money until you understand the problem.
How to Use the Capsule Catcher
One of the most important parts of the JOONAS setup is the capsule catcher.
When an automated sweeper becomes full, it ejects a capsule. You need a capsule catcher to receive these capsules; otherwise, you will not have the intended collection setup.
How Capsule Catchers Work
The capsule catcher receives the capsules released by JOONAS. In the demonstrated setup, capsules travel toward the closest available capsule catcher.
This is important if you have multiple sweepers operating in different areas. The nearest catcher may receive capsules from several units, depending on their locations.
If you want the collected material to reach a particular production line, pay attention to where you place your capsule catchers.
Tips for Placing Capsule Catchers
- Place a capsule catcher where the JOONAS units can send their capsules to it.
- Check which catcher is receiving capsules from your sweepers.
- Consider the distance between your automated units and each catcher.
- Avoid having all your capsules sent to a catcher that is not connected to the production line you want to use.
Planning your layout can help you avoid unnecessary interruptions to your production system.
How to Connect JOONAS to Your Production Line
You can integrate the capsule catcher into your existing production setup to move collected lunar dust toward later processing stages.
In the gameplay demonstration, the capsule catcher was connected to a production line that transported lunar dust to one of the final processing stages.
Once a capsule landed in the catcher, the system was able to feed the collected material into the production setup.
Setting Up the Production System
Follow these steps to organize your setup:
- Place JOONAS in your cleaning area.
- Build a capsule catcher to receive its capsules.
- Connect the catcher to your production system as required.
- Make sure the production line leads to the processing stage you want to use.
- Observe the system when JOONAS ejects a capsule to confirm that the material reaches the correct destination.
If you have several JOONAS units, check which capsule catcher they are using. The gameplay demonstration showed that nearby catchers can receive capsules from multiple sweepers.
If capsules are being sent to the wrong production line, you may need to adjust the layout or change which catcher is operating.
JOONAS can be a useful addition to your Moon Sweepers setup because it automates cleaning and produces capsules that can be collected for further processing. With a capsule catcher connected to your production line, you can move lunar dust toward later production stages without manually operating a sweeper.
However, the €20,000 price makes it important to be careful with your money. Start with one unit, check that it cleans reliably, and confirm that the capsule catcher is receiving its output before expanding your setup.
If the machines are working correctly, you can gradually add more units and improve your automation. If they stop working when you move away, it is better to hold off on further purchases until the problem is resolved.
