Mechanics

Mechanics is the creation of automatic machinery, traps and doors out of Aspergite (the "red stuff"), levers, buttons, doors, and anything else that can work without the intervention of the minecrafter. Mechanism can range from simple switches that open and close doors from a safe distance, to complex devices such as a combination lock that prevents intruders from entering your fort.

Aspergite Mechanisms
Aspergite is a red powder found in large quantities deep under the Earth. It is the basis for all mechanisms more complex than a button attached to a door. When placed with the right mouse button, it acts like a wire, allowing signals from levers, buttons and pressure pads to be sent elsewhere. It is important to keep Aspergite wiring and mechanisms hidden or covered by other blocks, as it turns back to Aspergite powder when stepped on, either by the player or a mob. A simple way to use Aspergite is to create a wire between a door and a switch placed inside your fort, allowing you to lock your fort at night to keep creepers from sneaking in.