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It features a 0.625 m [[radial size]] node on top, typically used for parts like the [[Mk16 Parachute]], [[Docking|docking ports]], [[service bay]]s, or [[SAS]] modules. On the bottom, it has a 1.25m radial node. As the node is part of the heatshield, it includes a "free" decoupler. This decoupler does not take up any additional mass, but can only be fired if the pod is attached to something else. | It features a 0.625 m [[radial size]] node on top, typically used for parts like the [[Mk16 Parachute]], [[Docking|docking ports]], [[service bay]]s, or [[SAS]] modules. On the bottom, it has a 1.25m radial node. As the node is part of the heatshield, it includes a "free" decoupler. This decoupler does not take up any additional mass, but can only be fired if the pod is attached to something else. | ||
| − | + | Like both of its predecessors in the KV series, the KV-3 has a small integrated heatshield, no [[monopropellant]], and ''no reaction wheels''. The last one requires extra care in craft design, else a mission could be curtailed or lost due to limited control options. It is lighter than the other 3-kerbal pods. | |
| − | Note that the heatshield is not designed for re-entry from interplanetary speeds. | + | Note that the heatshield is not designed for re-entry from interplanetary speeds and the pod itself is too wide for a [[Heat Shield (1.25m)|1.25m heatshield]] to fully protect it. |
== Product description == | == Product description == | ||
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== Trivia == | == Trivia == | ||
* The part's CFG file suggests that this capsule was originally named "Tato". | * The part's CFG file suggests that this capsule was originally named "Tato". | ||
| + | * Despite being intended as a Voskhod command pod, several players have managed to turn it into a Soyuz pod by either clipping [[Radiator Panel (small)|small Radiators]]/[[M-1x1 Structural Panel|Structural Panels]] or using [[AE-FF1.5 Airstream Protective Shell (1.875m)|Fairings]] to cover the gaps between the Command Pod and the [[Heat Shield (1.875m)]]. | ||
| + | ** Using the same process as above, it’s possible to do this with the [[Pea]] and [[Onion]] as well, but it would be less practical because they hold less [[Kerbal]]s than this pod. | ||
=== Real-world comparison === | === Real-world comparison === | ||
Latest revision as of 22:31, 18 April 2021
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| KV-3 'Pomegranate' Reentry Module | ||
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| Command pod by Probodobodyne Inc | ||
| Radial size | Small | |
| Cost | (total) | 3 105.00 
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| (dry) | 2 990.00
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| Mass | (total) | 2.270 t |
| (dry) | 1.968 t | |
| Drag | 0.15-0.20 | |
| Max. Temp. | 2400 K | |
| Impact Tolerance | 12 m/s | |
| Research |  Advanced Flight Control
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| Unlock cost | 4 000
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| Since version | 1.4.1 | |
| Part configuration | KV3Pod.cfg | |
| Crew capacity | (maximum) | 3 
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| (required) | 1
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| SAS level | × None | |
| Ejection momentum | 10 Ns | |
| Experiment | Crew Report | |
| Collectable | No | |
| Rerunnable | Yes | |
| Resettable | Yes | |
| Electricity required | None | |
| Antenna type | Internal | |
| Antenna rating | 5 km | |
| Ablator | 20 units | |
| Loss at 2000K | 0.05 units/s | |
| Packed volume | None | |
| Inventory Slots | 1 slots | |
| Volume limit | 10 l | |
| Electric capacity | 50 ⚡ | |
The KV-3 'Pomegranate' Reentry Module is a Command Module housing three Kerbal crew members during their mission. It has a rounded shape, similar to a pomegranate or Stayputnik.
Usage
Generally placed at the top of the rocket, the KV-3 Pomegranate provides basic command module functionality.
It features a 0.625 m radial size node on top, typically used for parts like the Mk16 Parachute, docking ports, service bays, or SAS modules. On the bottom, it has a 1.25m radial node. As the node is part of the heatshield, it includes a "free" decoupler. This decoupler does not take up any additional mass, but can only be fired if the pod is attached to something else.
Like both of its predecessors in the KV series, the KV-3 has a small integrated heatshield, no monopropellant, and no reaction wheels. The last one requires extra care in craft design, else a mission could be curtailed or lost due to limited control options. It is lighter than the other 3-kerbal pods.
Note that the heatshield is not designed for re-entry from interplanetary speeds and the pod itself is too wide for a 1.25m heatshield to fully protect it.
Product description
| “ | Many little Kerbals inside this one. Couldn't fit more. — Probodobodyne |
” |
Trivia
- The part's CFG file suggests that this capsule was originally named "Tato".
- Despite being intended as a Voskhod command pod, several players have managed to turn it into a Soyuz pod by either clipping small Radiators/Structural Panels or using Fairings to cover the gaps between the Command Pod and the Heat Shield (1.875m).
Real-world comparison
The KV-3 was inspired by the Voskhod (3 person variant).
Changes
- Initial Release
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