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The '''Command Pod Mk1''' houses the Kerbal crew during their mission. At least one is required to build any kind of rocket.
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The '''Mk1 Command Pod''' is a [[command module]] capable of housing a single [[Kerbal]] during a mission.
  
 
== Usage ==
 
== Usage ==
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Generally placed at the top of the rocket, the aim of the game is to get your crew into space and land them safely again back on the surface of [[Kerbin]].
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[[File:Mk1CommandPod_IVA.png|left|thumb|Interior View of the Mk1 Command Pod since 1.5]]
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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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You cannot create a launch-able rocket without the original command module, created after opening the [[VAB]] at this juncture; due to the fact that it creates the first stage [0]. Any command module bought after, however, can be deleted or sold. This was before .12, but in .12 and later, you can pick-a-pod.
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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.
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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.
  
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== Description ==
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The Mk1 Command Pod is also the first command module available in the [[Career|career mode]].
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{{Quote
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|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 it's predecessors by rocket scientists throughout the world. It is now commonly seen in active service.
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== Product description ==
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|Kerlington Model Rockets and Paper Products Inc.}}
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{{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.}}
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== Trivia ==
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* 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]].
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* 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 ===
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The Mk1 Command Pod was inspired by the [[w:Project Mercury|Mercury capsule]].
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== Variants ==
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As of {{version|1.5}} this command pod has three textures that can be switched in the editor.
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{{multiple image
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|align=left
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|width=200
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|image1=Mk1CommandPod_Dark.png
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|alt1=Dark variant
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|image2=Mk1CommandPod_White.png
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|alt2=White variant
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|image3=Mk1CommandPod_Gray.png
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|alt3=Gray-White variant
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|footer=The different variants of the command pod
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}}
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{{clear|left}}
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== Gallery ==
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<gallery>
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Command Pod Mk1.png|The model prior to 1.5
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Mk1 Pod Interior View.png|Interior View of the Mk1 Pod prior to 1.5
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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"
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CommandPodMk1Memorial.png|The memorial for the pre 0.16 model outside of KSC.
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</gallery>
  
 
== Changes ==
 
== Changes ==
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''see also: [[Version History]]''
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;[[1.5]]
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* New model and texture
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*Exposed Kd, Ki and Kp parameters for tuning the SAS and CommandPod modules
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* Added 3 variants
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* New IVA
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*(Bug fix) Pod cannot be dropped if an Escape Tower (PunchOut addon) is attached
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;[[1.2]]
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* IVA improved
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* Initial Release
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;[[0.23]]
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* Added Monopropellant
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;[[0.18]]
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* Added ElectricCharge
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;[[0.16]]
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* Part rebalancing: Mass reduced from 1.0 to 0.8, and crew capacity reduced from 3 to 1.
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* New part model.
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;[[0.8.5]]
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* Exposed Kd, Ki and Kp parameters for tuning the SAS and CommandPod modules
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;[[0.8.2]]
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* (Bug fix) Pod cannot be dropped if an Escape Tower (PunchOut addon) is attached
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;[[0.7.3]]
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* Initial release
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== References ==
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<references/>
  
 
{{Parts}}
 
{{Parts}}
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{{Demo parts}}
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[[Category:Command modules]]

Latest revision as of 22:53, 16 July 2021

Mk1 Command Pod
Part image
Command pod by
Kerlington Model Rockets and Paper Products Inc
Radial size Small, Tiny
Cost (total) 635.00 Funds
(dry) 588.00 Funds
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.png Start
Unlock cost 0 Funds
Since version 0.7.3
Part configuration mk1Pod_v2.cfg
Crew capacity (maximum) 1 Crew
(required) 1 Crew
SAS level × None
Torque 5 kN·m
Electricity required
0.048 ⚡
s·kN·m
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 Units of fuel
Electric capacity 50 ⚡

The Mk1 Command Pod is a command module capable of housing a single Kerbal during a mission.

Usage

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.

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.

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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.

Dark variant
White variant
Gray-White variant
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

1.5
  • New model and texture
  • Added 3 variants
  • New IVA
1.2
  • IVA improved
0.23
  • Added Monopropellant
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

References

  1. ↑ http://kerbaldevteam.tumblr.com/post/28557698420/obituary-mk1-pod
 
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