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This page lists various fan-made tools that can help calculations related to the gameplay of Kerbal Space Program. Unlike [[addons]], they do not directly influence the game, as they are run separately. | This page lists various fan-made tools that can help calculations related to the gameplay of Kerbal Space Program. Unlike [[addons]], they do not directly influence the game, as they are run separately. | ||
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| + | | KSP Science Calculator | ||
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| + | | Calculates amount of science gained in different environments | ||
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| + | | 0.23 (see notes) | ||
| + | | data based on the wiki article on [[science]] - Does not include [[Kerbol]] (16-04-2014) | ||
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Revision as of 23:36, 15 April 2014
This page lists various fan-made tools that can help calculations related to the gameplay of Kerbal Space Program. Unlike addons, they do not directly influence the game, as they are run separately.
Contents
Online tools and calculators
Orbit and maneuver calculators
| Title | Developer | Desciption | Last Update | KSP Version compatibility [note 1] | Notes | Forum post | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interactive illustrated interplanetary guide and calculator | Olex | Calculates Δv and angles for orbital transfer between celestial bodies | 2013 | 0.22 | Based on this forum post | forum post | http://ksp.olex.biz/ |
| Launch Window Planner | alexmoon | Provides a total Δv calculation for orbital transfer based on launch parameters | 6 Apr 2014 | 0.23.5 | open source | forum post | http://alexmoon.github.io/ksp/ |
| KSP Aerobraking Calculator | alterbaron | Calculates a maneuver to perform the intended aerobraking | 20 Nov 2013 | 0.22 | open source | forum post | http://alterbaron.github.io/ksp_aerocalc/ |
| Where can I go? | GavinZac | Calculates possible destinations based on given Δv | source code | forum post | http://mononyk.us/wherecanigo.php | ||
| MrFibble's KSP Calculators | MrFlibble1978 | Tools to calculate information on orbits | Feb 2014 | 0.23 | steam community thread | Satellite Distribution Calculator Orbital Period Calculator KSP Multi Calculator | |
| Delta V Calculator | interwound | Gives Δv required to reach a celestial body with or without a round trip | http://deltavmap.com/ | ||||
| Lead angle calculator | Calculates the lead angle to reach a target orbit | http://instacalc.com/16221 |
Part and construction calculators
| Title | Developer | Desciption | Last Update | KSP Version compatibility | Notes | Forum post | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KSP Optimal Rocket Calculator | GaryCourt | Generates a rocket design optimized for the given parameters | 1 Apr 2014 | 0.23.5 | open source | forum post | http://garycourt.github.io/korc/ |
| KSP Parachute Calculator | check | Calculates the needed mass and type of parachutes for landers | 19 Sep 2013 | 0.21.1 | forum post | http://ksp.freeiz.com/ | |
| Engine Cluster Calculator | blizzy | Generates an engine layout for a given payload (asparagus staging) | 8 Apr 2014 | 0.23.5 | Based on this forum post | http://blizzy.de/asparagus/ | |
| KSP Calculator | Cameron Hessler | Escape velocity and stage Δv calculators | 2012 | 0.16 | http://www.kerbalspacecalculator.net16.net/index.php |
Science
| Title | Developer | Desciption | Last Update | KSP Version compatibility | Notes | Forum post | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KSP Science Calculator | Calculates amount of science gained in different environments | 0.23 (see notes) | data based on the wiki article on science - Does not include Kerbol (16-04-2014) | Google Drive link |
Deprecated
The tools in this table are known but have either fallen into disrepair or are too old to be relevant to recent versions of KSP
| Title | Developer | Desciption | Last Update | KSP Version compatibility | Notes | Forum post | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairing Factory | Nathan Nifong | Generates a downloadable fairing based on the given design | non-functional (16-04-2014) | lost | http://nathannifong.com/FairingFactory/ |
- ↑ This indicates the version of KSP that the tool is known to work for, or was the latest version when the tool was last updated. Most tools will work fine on later versions.
Offline applications
These tools can be downloaded and used offline. Keep in mind that the presence of an application here does not mean it has been tested or is otherwise trustworthy - apply reasonable caution when downloading and running the below applications. Generally, if something is widely used, it should be safe.
| Title | Developer | Desciption | Last Update | KSP Version compatibility | Notes | Forum post | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KSP Utilities | ROFLCopter64bit | Utility collection primarily for save file handling and analysis | 4 Apr 2014 | 0.23.5 | open source (GPL) | forum post | (multiple downloads - see forum post) |
| Trajectory Optimization Tool | Arrowstar | Helps find optimal burn trajectories for interplanetary transfers | 9 Feb 2014 | 0.23 | Matlab-based | forum post | (has dependencies - see forum post) |
| KSP Rocket Calculator | VRGhost | Calculates rocket properties and aids in the design process | 31 Oct 2012 | 0.17.1 | open source | (python script - use source) | |
| De-orbit and Staged Ascent Simulators | Shane Colton | Calculate a de-orbit maneuver to land on a specific part of a celestial object - Evaluate whether a staged craft can reach orbit | 22 Dec 2013 | 0.23 | Scilab scripts | blog post (scroll down for .sce files) | |
| Zord's KSP Multi-calculator | zord-media | Calculate Δv, effective Isp, TWR and acceleration | 23 Feb 2014 | 0.23 | binary and python components - author informs that Avast AV gives a false positive with the file (16-04-2014) | http://sourceforge.net/projects/zordskspcalc/ |
Deprecated
The tools in this table are known but are un-maintained or are too old to be relevant to recent versions of KSP
| Title | Developer | Desciption | Last Update | KSP Version compatibility | Notes | Forum post | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KSP Orbital Calculator | Warringer | Calculates orbital speeds for circular orbit injections | open source | forum post | Google Code (zip file) | ||
| KSP Orbit Mechanic | tgwEcho | Optimizes orbits | 18 Dec 2011 | TGW forum post | mediafire (zip file) |
Mobile
| Title | Developer | Desciption | Last Update | KSP Version compatibility | Platform | Notes | Forum post | Link |
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| KSP Orbit Calculator | Spencer Egart | Calculates Δv and angles for orbital transfer between celestial bodies (see notes) | 27 Jul 2013 (google play) - 12 Aug 2013 (source) | 0.22 (see notes) | Android (2.3.3+) | based on Olex's calculator - open source | Google Play link | |
| KSP Orbit | Eric Meythaler | Calculates orbit characteristics | 20 Jul 2011 | 0.8.5 | Android (2.1+) | Google Play link | ||
| KSP Delta-V Calculator | Iodyne Labs | Calculates Δv per stage | 10 Apr 2014 | 0.23.5 | Android (4+) | Google Play link |
Online
| Title | Developer | Desciption | Last Update | Notes | Forum post | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delta-V Calculator and Rocket Simulator | Joe Strout | Calculate Δv - Simulate rocket flight | 14 Oct 2009 - 29 Jan 2000 | Intended for Earth-based craft - Java source available | Δv calculator Rocket simulator |
Offline
| Title | Developer | Desciption | Last Update | Notes | Forum post | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scilab | Scilab Enterprises | General scientific computing software - contains aerospace and celestial mechanics modules (ATOMS) | 2013 | open source Can convert Matlab scripts to its own format | http://www.scilab.org/ | |
| GNU Octave | John W. Eaton (and others) | General scientific computing software - no specific related modules or packages, but might be preferable for some | 2013 | open source Syntax is highly compatible with Matlab | http://www.gnu.org/software/octave/index.html | |
| Sage | William A. Stein (and others) | General scientific computing software - utilizes other computational software as part of its backend | 30 Jan 2014 | open source Very practical for python users | http://www.sagemath.org/ | |
| Anaconda | Continuum Analytics | General scientific computing software - primarily a python scientific computing frontend | 9 Apr 2014 | An alternative to Sage on Windows for python computing | https://store.continuum.io/cshop/anaconda/ |
