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| − | The '''Command Pod | + | The '''Mk1 Command Pod''' is a [[command module]] capable of housing a single [[Kerbal]] during a mission. |
== Usage == | == Usage == | ||
| − | Usually placed at the top of the rocket, the | + | [[File:Mk1CommandPod_IVA.png|left|thumb|Interior View of the Mk1 Command Pod since 1.5]] |
| + | Usually placed at the top of the rocket, the Mk1 Command Pod provides all functionality of a command module. It has half the torque power of most other manned command modules. This is often sufficient for smaller rockets, though larger ones will require additional control systems. It can also be used for shuttles and landers due to its small size. | ||
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| + | The Mk1 Command Pod features a tiny [[radial size]] node on top, typically used for attaching a [[Mk16 Parachute]], and a small radial size node on the bottom. | ||
| + | The pod's crew hatch is outfitted with a small window through which an occupying Kerbal can look out during [[IVA]]. On the outside there are two rungs of ladders below the hatch. | ||
| − | The Mk1 Command Pod | + | The Mk1 Command Pod is also the first command module available in the [[Career|career mode]]. |
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| − | == | + | == Product description == |
| − | {{Quote | + | {{Quote|Originally built as a placeholder for a demonstration mock-up of a rocket, the Mk1 Command Pod was heralded as a far safer and more reliable option than its predecessors by rocket scientists throughout the world. It is now commonly seen in active service.|manufacturer=Kerlinton Model Rockets and Paper Products Inc.}} |
| − | |Originally built as a placeholder for a demonstration mock-up of a rocket, the Mk1 Command Pod was heralded as a far safer and more reliable option than | ||
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== Trivia == | == Trivia == | ||
| − | The model for | + | * The model for the Mk1 Command Pod was replaced in {{Version|0.16}}. There is a memorial to the original located at the [[Kerbal Space Center]]<ref>http://kerbaldevteam.tumblr.com/post/28557698420/obituary-mk1-pod</ref>, and another at the [[Island Airfield]]. |
| + | * Prior to {{Version|1.5}}, the bottom side had a hump (which was also [[w:Atmospheric_entry#Ablative|ablative]]), which did not bode well for many parts attached to the bottom. The [[TD-12 Decoupler]] worked particularly well hiding the hump. There was a good side: the hump looked nice when attaching "tiny" parts to the bottom, and it appeared similar to a heat shield. | ||
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| + | === Real-world comparison === | ||
| + | The Mk1 Command Pod was inspired by the [[w:Project Mercury|Mercury capsule]]. | ||
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| + | == Variants == | ||
| + | As of {{version|1.5}} this command pod has three textures that can be switched in the editor. | ||
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| + | {{multiple image | ||
| + | |align=left | ||
| + | |width=200 | ||
| + | |image1=Mk1CommandPod_Dark.png | ||
| + | |alt1=Dark variant | ||
| + | |image2=Mk1CommandPod_White.png | ||
| + | |alt2=White variant | ||
| + | |image3=Mk1CommandPod_Gray.png | ||
| + | |alt3=Gray-White variant | ||
| + | |footer=The different variants of the command pod | ||
| + | }} | ||
| + | {{clear|left}} | ||
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| + | == Gallery == | ||
| + | <gallery> | ||
| + | Command Pod Mk1.png|The model prior to 1.5 | ||
| + | Mk1 Pod Interior View.png|Interior View of the Mk1 Pod prior to 1.5 | ||
| + | Command_Pod_Mk1.jpg|The original model from versions before 0.16. Back then it could hold three kerbals. It used to have the name:"Mk1 Pod" | ||
| + | CommandPodMk1Memorial.png|The memorial for the pre 0.16 model outside of KSC. | ||
| + | </gallery> | ||
== Changes == | == Changes == | ||
| − | ; | + | ;[[1.5]] |
| − | *Part rebalancing: Mass reduced from 1.0 to 0.8, and crew capacity reduced from 3 to 1. | + | * New model and texture |
| − | * | + | * Added 3 variants |
| − | ; | + | * New IVA |
| − | *Exposed Kd, Ki and Kp parameters for tuning the SAS and CommandPod modules | + | ;[[1.2]] |
| − | ; | + | * IVA improved |
| − | *(Bug fix) Pod cannot be dropped if an Escape Tower (PunchOut addon) is attached | + | ;[[0.23]] |
| − | ; | + | * Added Monopropellant |
| − | * Initial | + | ;[[0.18]] |
| + | * Added ElectricCharge | ||
| + | ;[[0.16]] | ||
| + | * Part rebalancing: Mass reduced from 1.0 to 0.8, and crew capacity reduced from 3 to 1. | ||
| + | * New part model. | ||
| + | ;[[0.8.5]] | ||
| + | * Exposed Kd, Ki and Kp parameters for tuning the SAS and CommandPod modules | ||
| + | ;[[0.8.2]] | ||
| + | * (Bug fix) Pod cannot be dropped if an Escape Tower (PunchOut addon) is attached | ||
| + | ;[[0.7.3]] | ||
| + | * Initial release | ||
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| + | == References == | ||
| + | <references/> | ||
{{Parts}} | {{Parts}} | ||
| + | {{Demo parts}} | ||
| + | [[Category:Command modules]] | ||
Latest revision as of 22:53, 16 July 2021
| Mk1 Command Pod | |||||
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| Command pod by Kerlington Model Rockets and Paper Products Inc | |||||
| Radial size | Small, Tiny | ||||
| Cost | (total) | 635.00 
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| (dry) | 588.00
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| Mass | (total) | 0.840 t | |||
| (dry) | 0.706 t | ||||
| Drag | 0.15-0.2 | ||||
| Max. Temp. | 2200 K | ||||
| Impact Tolerance | 14 m/s | ||||
| Research |  Start
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| Unlock cost | 0
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| Since version | 0.7.3 | ||||
| Part configuration | mk1Pod_v2.cfg | ||||
| Crew capacity | (maximum) | 1 
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| (required) | 1
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| SAS level | × None | ||||
| Torque | 5 kN·m | ||||
| Electricity required |
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| Experiment | Crew Report | ||||
| Collectable | No | ||||
| Rerunnable | Yes | ||||
| Resettable | Yes | ||||
| Electricity required | None | ||||
| Antenna type | Internal | ||||
| Antenna rating | 5 km | ||||
| Lift generated | 0.35 | ||||
| Packed volume | None | ||||
| Inventory Slots | 1 slots | ||||
| Volume limit | 50 l | ||||
| Monopropellant | 10 
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| Electric capacity | 50 ⚡ | ||||
The Mk1 Command Pod is a command module capable of housing a single Kerbal during a mission.
Contents
Usage
Usually placed at the top of the rocket, the Mk1 Command Pod provides all functionality of a command module. It has half the torque power of most other manned command modules. This is often sufficient for smaller rockets, though larger ones will require additional control systems. It can also be used for shuttles and landers due to its small size.
The Mk1 Command Pod features a tiny radial size node on top, typically used for attaching a Mk16 Parachute, and a small radial size node on the bottom. The pod's crew hatch is outfitted with a small window through which an occupying Kerbal can look out during IVA. On the outside there are two rungs of ladders below the hatch.
The Mk1 Command Pod is also the first command module available in the career mode.
Product description
| “ | Originally built as a placeholder for a demonstration mock-up of a rocket, the Mk1 Command Pod was heralded as a far safer and more reliable option than its predecessors by rocket scientists throughout the world. It is now commonly seen in active service. — Kerlinton Model Rockets and Paper Products Inc. |
” |
Trivia
- The model for the Mk1 Command Pod was replaced in version 0.16. There is a memorial to the original located at the Kerbal Space Center[1], and another at the Island Airfield.
- Prior to version 1.5, the bottom side had a hump (which was also ablative), which did not bode well for many parts attached to the bottom. The TD-12 Decoupler worked particularly well hiding the hump. There was a good side: the hump looked nice when attaching "tiny" parts to the bottom, and it appeared similar to a heat shield.
Real-world comparison
The Mk1 Command Pod was inspired by the Mercury capsule.
Variants
As of version 1.5 this command pod has three textures that can be switched in the editor.
The different variants of the command pod
Gallery
The model prior to 1.5
Interior View of the Mk1 Pod prior to 1.5
The original model from versions before 0.16. Back then it could hold three kerbals. It used to have the name:"Mk1 Pod"
The memorial for the pre 0.16 model outside of KSC.
Changes
- New model and texture
- Added 3 variants
- New IVA
- IVA improved
- Added Monopropellant
- Added ElectricCharge
- Part rebalancing: Mass reduced from 1.0 to 0.8, and crew capacity reduced from 3 to 1.
- New part model.
- Exposed Kd, Ki and Kp parameters for tuning the SAS and CommandPod modules
- (Bug fix) Pod cannot be dropped if an Escape Tower (PunchOut addon) is attached
- Initial release
References
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