scienceworld-device-activator

# Skill: Device Activator ## Purpose Activate a device (turn it on, start it, fire it up) to begin its operation — typically heating, processing, or powering a task step. ## Core Workflow 1. **Verify Contents:** `look at <DEVICE_NAME>` to confirm materials are placed inside. 2. **Check State:** Observation should show "which is turned off" or "which is deactivated." 3. **Activate:** `activate <DEVICE_NAME>` 4. **Verify Activation:** `look at <DEVICE_NAME>` — confirm it now reads "turned on" or "activated." 5. **Monitor (if needed):** Use measurement tools (e.g., `use thermometer on <MATERIAL>`) to track progress. 6. **Deactivate When Done:** `deactivate <DEVICE_NAME>` ## Key Actions | Action | Purpose | |--------|---------| | `look at <DEVICE>` | Verify contents and device state | | `activate <DEVICE>` | Turn on / start the device | | `deactivate <DEVICE>` | Turn off the device when done | | `use TOOL on OBJ` | Monitor material state during processing | ## Example **Task:** Melt lead in a blast furnace. 1. `look at blast furnace` — confirms: metal pot with lead inside, furnace is turned off 2. `activate blast furnace` 3. `look at blast furnace` — confirms: "which is turned on" 4. `use thermometer on lead` — monitor temperature 5. `look at blast furnace` — observe: "a substance called liquid lead" (melting complete) 6. `deactivate blast furnace` ## Important Notes * Most devices are pre-opened. Do not use `open` or `close` unless the observation indicates a closed door. * Always verify activation succeeded before proceeding to the next task step.