Difference between revisions of "Module"

CModuleFuelLine

No known arguments or variables at this time. This module is used by fuelLine, presumably to specify that it is fuel Transfer enabled. More research is clearly called for. This module is new in 0.90.

MODULE
{
 name = CModuleFuelLine
}

CModuleLinkedMesh

This module is new in 0.90 and is used by fuelLine and strutConnector, presumably to created the variable length connectors between two parts (and add end caps on both sides).

MODULE
{
 name = CModuleLinkedMesh
 
 lineObjName = obj_line
    targetAnchorName = obj_targetAnchor
    anchorCapName = obj_anchorCap
    targetCapName = obj_targetCap 
}

CModuleStrut

This module is new in 0.90 and is used by strutConnector, presumably to indicate that it is a structural support part.

MODULE
{
 name = CModuleStrut
 
 linearStrength = 150
 angularStrength = 150
}

FlagDecal

Parts with this module have a place for a flag on their sides. You don't have to turn it on, but this is how it gets there.

MODULE
{
      name = FlagDecal
      textureQuadName = flagTransform
}

FXModuleAnimateThrottle

Animation for engines and engine bells showing them as they fire up and operate, based on the amount of throttle applied. See ion Engines for a good example.

MODULE
{
      name = FXModuleAnimateThrottle
      animationName = colorAnimation
      dependOnEngineState = True
      responseSpeed = 0.5
}

FXModuleConstrainPosition

I don't know what this does.

MODULE
{
	name = FXModuleConstrainPosition
	matchRotation = true
	matchPosition = false
	CONSTRAINFX
	{
		targetName = steering
		moversName = lateral
	}
}

FXModuleLookAtConstraint

I don't know what this does either.

MODULE
{
 name = FXModuleLookAtConstraint
 CONSTRAINLOOKFX
 {
  targetName = susp2-1
  rotatorsName = susp2-2
 }
 CONSTRAINLOOKFX
 {
  targetName = susp2-2
  rotatorsName = susp2-1
 }
 CONSTRAINLOOKFX
 {
  targetName = susp1-2
  rotatorsName = susp1-1
 }
 CONSTRAINLOOKFX
 {
  targetName = susp1-1
  rotatorsName = susp1-2
 }
}

KerbalSeat

This module makes the part have an EXTERIOR seat.

MODULE
{
 name = KerbalSeat
 seatPivotName = seatPivot  
 ejectDirection = 0, 1, 0.2
}

LaunchClamp

This module enables the part to hold a vessel in suspension on the launch pad.

MODULE
{
    name = LaunchClamp
 
 trf_towerPivot_name = obj_girdercap
 trf_towerStretch_name = obj_girder
 trf_anchor_name = obj_ground
 
 trf_animationRoot_name = launchclamp
 anim_decouple_name = launchclamp
}

ModuleAlternator

Specifies that this part produced a resource, based on the percentage of thrust produced by the engine.

MODULE
{
 name = ModuleAlternator 
 RESOURCE
 {
  name = ElectricCharge
  rate = 5.0
 }
}

ModuleAnchoredDecoupler

This module specifies that the part is attached (anchored) to another part, and will decouple from yet a third part, forcing the third part away from it.

MODULE
{
    name = ModuleAnchoredDecoupler
    anchorName = anchor
    ejectionForce = 450
 explosiveNodeID = srf
}

ModuleAnimateGeneric

Generic Animations will be applied to parts with this module. This module is slowly replacing other animation modules as progression is made towards the release version of KSP.

MODULE
{
   name = ModuleAnimateGeneric
   animationName = dish
   isOneShot = false
   
 startEventGUIName = Extend
 endEventGUIName = Retract
 actionGUIName = Toggle Antenna
}

ModuleAnimateHeat

This module specifies that heating animation will be applied to this part.

MODULE
{
      name = ModuleAnimateHeat
      ThermalAnim = HeatAnimatioEmissiveLiquidEngine3
}

ModuleAsteroid

Because it has no procedures or calls, is new in [0.90] and only appears on a part that you must hack to have available, it is impossible to say for certain what this module does, but it has something to do with being an asteroid. no procedures or calls

MODULE
{
 name = ModuleAsteroid 
}

ModuleCommand

Applies Command to vessels

MODULE
{
 name = ModuleCommand
 minimumCrew = 1
}

ModuleControlSurface

This module gives the part the ability to respond to inputs, generally used for aerodynamic parts to expose more or less effective surface to lift and braking forces in atmospheres.

MODULE
{
 name = ModuleControlSurface
 dragCoeff = 0.5
 deflectionLiftCoeff = 0.7
 ctrlSurfaceRange = 20
 ctrlSurfaceArea = 0.95
}

ModuleDataTransmitter

This module specifies that the part acts as a transmitter of data, typically an antenna of some sort, for broadcasting science data back to the KSC.

MODULE
{
 name = ModuleDataTransmitter
 
 packetInterval = 0.18
 packetSize = 2
 
 packetResourceCost = 20.0
 requiredResource = ElectricCharge
  
 DeployFxModules = 0
}

ModuleDecouple

ModuleDecouple is a slightly upgraded version of ModuleAnchoredDecoupler, and may replace it in the future. Allows for decouplers that separate from both parts to which it is attached.

MODULE
{
 name = ModuleDecouple
 ejectionForce = 250
 explosiveNodeID = srf
}

ModuleDeployableSolarPanel

Solar panels cannot deploy without this module. May be possible to use for other modules which unfold. Optionally specifies whether the part will automatically turn to face the sun. This is one place where you can say how a part breaks.

MODULE
{
 name = ModuleDeployableSolarPanel
 
 animationName = solarpanels2
 resourceName = ElectricCharge
 chargeRate = 2
 powerCurve
  {
  key = 206000000000 0 0 0
  key = 13599840256 1 0 0
  key = 68773560320 0.5 0 0
  key = 0 10 0 0
  }
}

ModuleDockingNode

A module for docking ports

MODULE
{
 name = ModuleDockingNode
 referenceAttachNode = top
 nodeType = size2
 undockEjectionForce = 0.25
 minDistanceToReEngage = 3.5
 acquireForce = 3.5
 acquireTorque = 3.5
 acquireRange = 3.0
 captureRange = 1.5 
}

ModuleEngines

Everything about your engine, all in one module!

MODULE
{	
name = ModuleEngines	
thrustVectorTransform
Name = thrustTransform	
throttleLocked = True	
exhaustDamage = True	
allowShutdown = False	
ignitionThreshold = 0.1	
minThrust = 0	
maxThrust = 18	
heatProduction = 550	
fxOffset = 0, 0, 0.02	
PROPELLANT	
{		
name = SolidFuel        
ratio = 1.0		
DrawGauge = True	
}	
atmosphereCurve 	
{   	 
key = 0 100  	 
key = 1 100 	
}	
}

ModuleEnginesFX

An (updated?) version of ModuleEngines. Required for and allows implementation of multi-modal engines.

MODULE
{
 name = ModuleEnginesFX
 thrustVectorTransformName = thrustTransform
 exhaustDamage = True
 ignitionThreshold = 0.1
 minThrust = 0
 maxThrust = 30
 heatProduction = 150
 fxOffset = 0, 0, 0.125
 PROPELLANT
 {
   name = LiquidFuel
  ratio = 0.9
  DrawGauge = True
 }
 PROPELLANT
 {
  name = Oxidizer
  ratio = 1.1
 }
 atmosphereCurve
  {
  key = 0 350
  key = 1 300
  }
}

ModuleEnviroSensor

Environmental sensor definitions. Specifies that this part is one of these types of sensors.

MODULE
{
 name = ModuleEnviroSensor
 sensorType = ACC
}

ModuleGenerator

Generators and Alternators serve must the same purpose, but generators are not linked to the percentage of thrust output of an engine, they simply produce. Some cannot be shut off. A generator may produce any available resource.

MODULE
{
 name = ModuleGenerator
 isAlwaysActive = true
 OUTPUT_RESOURCE
 {
    name = ElectricCharge
    rate = 0.75
 } 
}

ModuleGimbal

Gimballing represents an engine-bells ability to move around in relation to the engine body, provided a degree of ability to steer the vessel. Higher numbers indicate a higher range, but don't set it too high. Strange things will happen. Recommend limiting range to .90 at the absolute maximum.

MODULE
{
 name = ModuleGimbal
 gimbalTransformName = thrustTransform
 gimbalRange = 0.5
}

ModuleGrappleNode

Added in [0.90], specifically for the KASA asteroid capture missions, this part functions much like a dockingNode, however, it does not require a matching docking node on the capture-side. Grapplers can attach to anything (as far as we know).

MODULE
{
 name = ModuleGrappleNode
 
 nodeTransformName = ArticulatedCap
 deployAnimationController = 1 
 nodeType = size1
 
 captureRange = 0.05 
 captureMinFwdDot = 0.866
 captureMaxRvel = 1
}

ModuleJettison

specifies that pieces of this craft are able to be jettisoned, what they are and how to jettison them

MODULE
{
       name = ModuleJettison
       jettisonName = fairing
       bottomNodeName = bottom
       isFairing = True
       jettisonedObjectMass = 0.1
       jettisonForce = 5
       jettisonDirection = 0 0 1
 
}

ModuleLandingGear

Specifies that the part is a landing gear, implying a wheel, and the traits of that wheel. Hopefully being deprecated in favor of moduleWheel below.

MODULE
{
 name = ModuleLandingGear
 
 BrakeTorque = 12
 BrakeSpeed = 3
}

ModuleLandingLeg

Specifies that this part is a landing leg and describes compression and resistance factors for the part.

MODULE
{
 
 name = ModuleLandingLeg
 animationName = Deploy
 wheelColliderName = wheelCollider
 suspensionTransformName = Piston
 orientFootToGround = true
 landingFootName = foot
 // Foot is aligned to up Axis instead of forward
 alignFootUp = true
 suspensionUpperLimit = 0.60
 impactTolerance = 300
 suspensionSpring = 1.25
 suspensionDamper = 1
 suspensionOffset = 0, 0.02,0
}

ModuleLight

Specifies that this part is a light source, and how that light is produced and directed.

MODULE
{
 name = ModuleLight
        lightName = spotlight
 useAnimationDim = true
 lightBrightenSpeed = 2.5
 lightDimSpeed = 2.5
 animationName = LightAnimation
 resourceAmount = 0.02
 useResources = true
}

ModuleParachute

specifies that this part is a parachute and describes the operational parameters for parachute operations. Includes default settings for opening height and deployment atmospheric conditions.

MODULE
{
 name = ModuleParachute
 semiDeployedAnimation = semiDeploySmall
 fullyDeployedAnimation = fullyDeploySmall
 invertCanopy = true
 autoCutSpeed = 0.5
 capName = cap
 canopyName = canopy
 stowedDrag = 0.22
 semiDeployedDrag = 1
 fullyDeployedDrag = 500
 minAirPressureToOpen = 0.01
 deployAltitude = 500
 deploymentSpeed = 1
 semiDeploymentSpeed = 1 
}

ModuleRCS

Specifies that this is a Reaction Control System part. Uses variable resources to control directionality of the spacecraft. Unlike engines, RCS parts are generally oriented perpendicular to all directions of a spacecraft in order to provide steering, rather than thrust. Typically, monopropellant is decompressively expelled from an RCS port to push the spacecraft in one direction. Note: ModuleRCS can use either a single resource, or a series of PROPELLANT calls.

MODULE
{
 name = ModuleRCS
 thrusterTransformName = RCSthruster
 thrusterPower = 12
 resourceName = LiquidFuel
 resourceFlowMode = STAGE_PRIORITY_FLOW
 PROPELLANT
 {
  name = LiquidFuel
        ratio = 0.9
  DrawGauge = True
  resourceFlowMode = STAGE_PRIORITY_FLOW
 }
 PROPELLANT
 {
  name = Oxidizer
  ratio = 1.1
  resourceFlowMode = STAGE_PRIORITY_FLOW
 }
 atmosphereCurve
  {
     key = 0 260
    key = 1 140
  }
}

ModuleReactionWheel

Specifies that this part contains reaction wheels, used to stabilize the directionality of a spacecraft. Typically used for stability, rather than producing change, both are possible. If you're thinking that this does the same thing as RCS, you wouldn't be far off.

MODULE
{
 name = ModuleReactionWheel
 
 PitchTorque = 30
 YawTorque = 30
 RollTorque = 30
 
 RESOURCE
 {
  name = ElectricCharge
  rate = 0.6
 }
}

ModuleResourceIntake

Used to create a part that produces a resource based on interaction with the environment.

MODULE
{
  name = ModuleResourceIntake
  resourceName = IntakeAir
  checkForOxygen = true
  area = 0.006
  intakeSpeed = 10
  intakeTransformName = Intake  
}

ModuleSAS

Used as a reference to determine whether this part is activated by the SAS function of the interface. ie. when you turn on SAS, turn on this part. NOTE: [0.90] added SASServiceLevel (0-3)

MODULE
{
 name = ModuleSAS
 SASServiceLevel = 1
}

ModuleScienceContainer

A place to store the results of a science experiment.

MODULE
{
 name = ModuleScienceContainer
 
 reviewActionName = Review Stored Data
 storeActionName = Store Experiments
 evaOnlyStorage = True
 storageRange = 4.0
}

ModuleScienceExperiment

A place to conduct a science experiment.

MODULE
{
 name = ModuleScienceExperiment 
 
 experimentID = atmosphereAnalysis
 
 experimentActionName = Run Atmosphere Analysis
 resetActionName = Discard Data
 reviewActionName = Review Data
 
 useStaging = False 
 useActionGroups = True
 hideUIwhenUnavailable = True 
 rerunnable = True
  
 xmitDataScalar = 0.35
  
 dataIsCollectable = True
 collectActionName = Download Data
 interactionRange = 1.2
}

ModuleScienceLab

A place to modify a science experiment prior to transmission in order to gain more research points from it.

MODULE
{
 name = ModuleScienceLab
 
 containerModuleIndex = 0 
 dataTransmissionBoost = 1.15 
 crewsRequired = 2
 
 canResetConnectedModules = True
 canResetNearbyModules = True
 interactionRange = 5
 
 RESOURCE_PROCESS
 {
  name = ElectricCharge
  amount = 10
 }
}

ModuleSteering

Specifies that this part is steerable and provides the axis and animation information for steering the part.

MODULE
{
 name = ModuleSteering
 controlAxisType = Forward
 steeringAxis = 0, 0, 1
 steeringTransformName = Steering
 steeringLocked = true
 steeringCurve
  {
     key = 0 16
  key = 10 9
    key = 30 2
  key = 100 1
  }
}

ModuleTestSubject

Used for the contract system, determines atmospheric conditions under which this part may be considered for testing. Also specifies whether the part is able to be tested using the Staging process or must be manually selected and "Perform Test" used to satisfy contract requirements.

MODULE
{	
name = ModuleTestSubject		
// nowhere: 0, srf: 1, ocean: 2, atmo: 4, space: 8	
environments = 15		
useStaging = False	
useEvent = True
}

ModuleWheel

The better version of landingGear, with lots more options for the operation of wheels, including adding power, steering, and damage information.

MODULE
{
	name = ModuleWheel
	hasMotor = true
	resourceName = ElectricCharge
        resourceConsumptionRate = 0.5
	canSteer = true
	controlAxisType = Forward
	steeringModeType = AutomaticSteer
	brakeTorque = 180
	brakeSpeed = 1.0
	impactTolerance = 65
	overSpeedDamage = 20

	WHEEL
	{
	    wheelName = wheel
	    wheelColliderName = wheelCollider
	    suspensionTransformName = suspensionTraverse
	    suspensionNeutralPointName = suspensionNeutralPoint
	    damagedObjectName = bustedwheel
	    rotateX = 0
	    rotateY = 1
	    rotateZ = 0
	}

	steeringCurve
 	{
   	 key = 0 18
	 key = 15 6
 	}

	torqueCurve
	{
	  key = 0 170 0 0 
	  key = 2.5 100 0 0
	  key = 12 0 0 0
	}


}

MultiModeEngine

Specifies that this part is an engine with multiple modes. Added in [0.90], it allows for engines that use different types of resources and provides different flight characteristics depending on which mode it is operating in. This module defines the different modes and passes them to moduleEnginesFX.

MODULE
{
 name = MultiModeEngine
 primaryEngineID = AirBreathing
 secondaryEngineID = ClosedCycle
}

RetractableLadder

Just like the name implies, this module is attached to parts that are or contain a retractable or collapsible ladder.

MODULE
{
 name = RetractableLadder
 
 ladderAnimationRootName = TelusBay
 ladderColliderName = ladderCollider
 ladderRetractAnimationName = Retract
}

KASModuleContainer

Specifies that this part can serve as a container for other parts, and how much storage space the part has. Also included is an interaction distance. Kerbals must be this close or closer to open the container. Lots of sounds.

MODULE
{
 name = KASModuleContainer
 maxSize = 80
}

ModuleConnectedLivingSpace

MODULE
{
 name = ModuleConnectedLivingSpace
 passable = true
 passableWhenSurfaceAttached = true 
}

KASModuleGrab

MODULE
{
name = KASModuleGrab            
evaPartPos = (0.0, 0.40, -0.40)        
evaPartDir = (0,0,-1)
storable = true
storedSize  = 20
attachOnPart = true
attachOnEva = true
bayType = hookBay
bayNode = top
bayRot = (0.0, 0.0, 0.0)
}

KASModulePartBay

MODULE
{
 name = KASModulePartBay
 BAY
 {
  attachNode = top
  type = containerA
  type = containerB
 }
}

KASModulePort

MODULE
{
 name = KASModulePort
 attachNode = top
 nodeType = kasplug
 breakForce = 30
 nodeTransformName = plugNode
}

KASModuleAnchor

MODULE
{
 name = KASModuleAnchor
 groundDrag = 500
 bounciness = 0
 dynamicFriction = 0.8 
 staticFriction = 0.8
}

KASModuleMagnet

This module will make the part acting like a magnet, collided part will be automatically attached. Only work when attached on a winch.

MODULE
{
 name = KASModuleMagnet
 breakForce = 10
 attachToEva = False
 minFwdDot = 0.998
 powerDrain = 4
}

KASModuleStrut

MODULE
{
 name = KASModuleStrut 
 nodeTransform = pipeNode
 type = PipeSize1 
 maxLenght = 20
 maxAngle = 100
 breakForce = 10
 allowDock = true
 allowPumpFuel = true
 hasCollider = false
 tubeScale = 0.15
 jointScale = 0.15
 textureTiling = 1
 tubeSrcType = Joined
 tubeTgtType = Joined
 evaStrutPos = (0.05, 0.059, -0.21)
 evaStrutRot = (190.0, 0.0, 0.0)
        tubeTexPath = KAS/Textures/pipe
}

KASModuleGrapplingHook

This module will make the part acting like a grappling-hook, any collided part in front of the grapple will be automatically attached if the inpact is strong enough. Only work when attached on a winch.

MODULE
{
 name = KASModuleGrapplingHook
 partBreakForce = 6
 staticBreakForce = 15
 aboveDist = 0.05
 forceNeeded = 4
 attachToPart = true
 rayDir = (0,-1,0) 
 rayLenght = 0.8
}

KASModuleWinch

MODULE
{
 name = KASModuleWinch
 maxLenght = 50
 cableSpring = 1000
 cableDamper = 0.1
 cableWidth = 0.04
 motorMaxSpeed = 2
 motorAcceleration = 0.05
 powerDrain = 0.5
 headTransformName = head
 headPortNodeName = portNode
 connectedPortNodeName = bottom
 anchorNodeName = anchorNode
 evaGrabHeadPos = (0.05, 0.01, -0.11)
 evaGrabHeadDir = (0,0,1)
 evaDropHeadPos = (0.05, 0.01, -0.16)
 evaDropHeadRot = (180.0, 0.0, 0.0)
 ejectEnabled = true
 ejectForce = 20
 lockMinDist = 0.12
 lockMinFwdDot = 0.90
}

ModuleAnimator

Animation module.

 MODULE
 {
  name = ModuleAnimator
  animationName = Take 001
  guiEnableName = Wedge Locks Off
  guiDisableName = Wedge Locks On
  actionEnableName = Wedge Locks Off 
  actionDisableName = Wedge Locks On 
  
  animationSpeed = 100000
  oneShot = false
  activeEditor = true
  activeFlight = false
  activeUnfocused = false
  unfocusedRange = 5
 }

REGO_ModuleResourceConverter

MODULE
{
  name = REGO_ModuleResourceConverter
  ConverterName = Water Electrolizer
  StartActionName = Start Water Electrolizer
  StopActionName = Stop Water Electrolizer
  RecipeInputs = ElectricCharge, 14, Water, 0.0000176697
  RecipeOutputs = Hydrogen, 0.0219907427, True, Oxygen, 0.0109953713, False
}

USI_ClearIVA

No calls.

MODULE
{
 name = USI_ClearIVA
}