'set pictures and text based on what tech has been researched
'Techlevel variable set in form_load of frmGameScreen
Select Case TechLevel
Case 1
'assault troops researched
imgTech.Picture = imgMech.Picture
lblTitle.Caption = "Assault Technology Research Completed!"
lblDescription.Caption = "Mechanized Assault Troops deliver several times the offensive power of standard troops and can operate in toxic environments unsuited for humans. Mechs are required for Sabotage Missions, once Level I Ship Shields have been researched."
Case 2
'planetary shield research done
imgTech.Picture = imgPlanetShield.Picture
lblTitle.Caption = "Planetary Shield Research Completed!"
lblDescription.Caption = "An array of space-based laser defenses provides the highest level of planetary defense."
Case 3
'resource research done
imgTech.Picture = imgResource.Picture
lblTitle.Caption = "Improved Resource Production Achieved!"
lblDescription.Caption = "Planet resource production can be increased up to 80% with the construction of advanced production facilities."
Case 5
'scanner research done
imgTech.Picture = imgDeepScanner.Picture
lblTitle.Caption = "Space Scanner Researched!"
lblDescription.Caption = "Short-range scanners can be installed on any planet to allow detailed exploration of the galaxy. Long-range scanners and anti-scanner jamming devices can now be researched."
Case 6
'bigger ships research done
imgTech.Picture = imgScience1.Picture
lblTitle.Caption = "Ship Capacity Expanded!"
lblDescription.Caption = "Advances in ship design allow for unlimited expansion of the warp ship's transport capacity. The possibility of ultra-warp travel can now be researched."
Case 7
'UltraWarp research done
imgTech.Picture = imgUltraWarp.Picture
lblTitle.Caption = "UltraWarp Engines Developed!"
lblDescription.Caption = "UltraWarp engines greatly increase the range of warp ships, almost doubling the possible distance travelled."
lblDescription.Caption = "Planets can now be shielded from enemy scanners with new jamming technologies."
Case 10
'cloaking device done
imgTech.Picture = imgCloaking.Picture
lblTitle.Caption = "Cloaking Device Research Complete!"
lblDescription.Caption = "The Cloaking Device allows warp ships to travel almost completely undetected through the warp path. Ships must be specially fitted with the device for each launch."
Case 11
'Missile1
imgTech.Picture = imgMissile1.Picture
lblTitle.Caption = "Missile Research (Level I) Complete!"
lblDescription.Caption = "Missiles provide a basic level of defense against invading forces. More advanced missile technology can now be researched."
Case 12
'Missile2
imgTech.Picture = imgScience1.Picture
lblTitle.Caption = "Missile Research (Level II) Complete!"
lblTitle.Caption = "Laser Rifle Research Complete!"
lblDescription.Caption = "Troops are now outfitted with laser rifles for increased combat performance. Even greater firepower is possibile with Plasma Rifles."
Case 14
'plasma rifle
imgTech.Picture = imgScience2.Picture
lblTitle.Caption = "Plasma Rifle Research Complete!"
lblDescription.Caption = "Troops are now outfitted with plasma rifles, and their combat strength is dramatically improved."
Case 15
'Biorocket
imgTech.Picture = imgScience2.Picture
lblTitle.Caption = "BioHazard Rocket Research Complete!"
lblDescription.Caption = "These rockets contaminate target planets with a deadly mixture of radiation and biochemical weapons, destroying resource capacity and rendering planets all but uninhabitable."
Case 16
'long biorocket
imgTech.Picture = imgScience1.Picture
lblTitle.Caption = "Long-Range BioHazard Rocket Research Complete!"
lblDescription.Caption = "The destructive power of the BioHazard Rockets can now be unleashed on a wider range of targets."
Case 17
'shipshield1
imgTech.Picture = imgShield.Picture
lblTitle.Caption = "Ship Shields (Level I) Research Complete!"
lblDescription.Caption = "These shields provide basic protection against a planet's missile or plantary shield defenses. More advanced shielding can now be researched. Sabotage missions can be launched once Mechanized Assault Troop technology has been researched."
Case 18
'shipshield2
imgTech.Picture = imgScience2.Picture
lblTitle.Caption = "Ship Shields (Level II) Research Complete!"
lblDescription.Caption = "Advanced Shields provide the maximum level of protection for ships attacking enemy planets. "
Player(Current).ShipShield2Researched = True
'this seems to solve the problem of this research item not being recognized...
Case 19
'biocleanup
imgTech.Picture = imgScience1.Picture
lblTitle.Caption = "BioHazard Cleanup Research Complete!"
lblDescription.Caption = "Contaminated planets can be detoxified and returned to a habitable state. With additional research, a planet's resource capacity can also be regenerated."
Case 20
'regeneration
imgTech.Picture = imgScience2.Picture
lblTitle.Caption = "Regeneration Research Complete!"
lblDescription.Caption = "Previously contaminated planets can have their resource protential rejuvenated, and possibly even increased, through advanced environmental technology."
Case 21
'warp scanner
imgTech.Picture = imgScience1.Picture
lblTitle.Caption = "Warp Scanner Research Complete!"
lblDescription.Caption = "Using the warp scanner, you can preview the possible landing sites of enemy ships in the warp path."