This mod will be part of a series adding new materials, buildings and sciences to the game, with a twist in that none of them are required to build the rocket. Mechanical Sciences gives you casting recipies for iron, copper and steel, as well as adding the Deep Core Miner, allowing a mix of resources from anywhere in the world.
Automate Gearboxes, Load-Bearing Frames and Machine Fasteners in a crafting chain utilizing two new materials: Cobalt, which gets melted into a molten solution, and Nickel, a new plate material for heat-resistant crafts. (Balanced With Biters off!)