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| − | This article is a list of tutorials that will guide you through the finer points of the Kerbal Space Program. | + | This article is a list of '''tutorials''' that will guide you through the finer points of the Kerbal Space Program. |
''Please note that these articles are user-created, and each user is responsible for their tutorial.'' | ''Please note that these articles are user-created, and each user is responsible for their tutorial.'' | ||
| − | * For a high-level overview of the basic game mechanics, you can read this [[Tutorial: | + | * For a high-level overview of the basic game mechanics, you can read this [[Tutorial:Game Manual|Game Manual]] by thecoshman. |
* For first-time players, try [[Tutorial: Walkthrough for Ye Compleat Beginner]] | * For first-time players, try [[Tutorial: Walkthrough for Ye Compleat Beginner]] | ||
* A less detailed "cheat sheet" type reference is available as [[Basic Maneuvers]]. | * A less detailed "cheat sheet" type reference is available as [[Basic Maneuvers]]. | ||
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== Rocket and Probe Design == | == Rocket and Probe Design == | ||
| − | * [[ | + | * [[Cheat Sheet]] A KSP Rocket Scientist's Cheat Sheet |
* [[Tutorial:Basic Rocket Design|Basic Rocket Design]] by Senshi | * [[Tutorial:Basic Rocket Design|Basic Rocket Design]] by Senshi | ||
| − | * [[Tutorial: | + | * [[Tutorial: Basic Probe And Satellite Building|Basic Probe And Satellite Building]] By Nova Storm |
* [[Tutorial:Intermediate Rocket Design|Intermediate Rocket Design]] | * [[Tutorial:Intermediate Rocket Design|Intermediate Rocket Design]] | ||
* [[Tutorial:Advanced Rocket Design|Advanced Rocket Design]] by Vincent McConnell and Kosmo-not | * [[Tutorial:Advanced Rocket Design|Advanced Rocket Design]] by Vincent McConnell and Kosmo-not | ||
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== Orbiting/De-Orbiting == | == Orbiting/De-Orbiting == | ||
| − | * [[Tutorial: How to Get into Orbit | How to Get into Orbit]] a primer on how to get into your first orbit | + | * [[Tutorial: How to Get into Orbit|How to Get into Orbit]] a primer on how to get into your first orbit |
| − | * [[Tutorial: Basic Orbiting (Math) | Basic Orbiting (Math)]] by Entroper | + | * [[Tutorial: Basic Orbiting (Math)|Basic Orbiting (Math)]] by Entroper |
| − | * [[Tutorial: Walkthrough for Ye Compleat Beginner | Walkthrough for Ye Compleat Beginner]] | + | * [[Tutorial: Walkthrough for Ye Compleat Beginner|Walkthrough for Ye Compleat Beginner]] |
| − | * [[Tutorial: Advanced Orbiting | Advanced Orbiting]] by Entroper | + | * [[Tutorial: Advanced Orbiting|Advanced Orbiting]] by Entroper |
| − | * [[Tutorial:Basic Docking | Basic Docking]] by PD | + | * [[Tutorial:Basic Docking|Basic Docking]] by PD |
| − | * [[Tutorial: Land at the Space Center | Land at the Space Center]] by an anonymous person from Albany, New York | + | * [[Tutorial: Land at the Space Center|Land at the Space Center]] by an anonymous person from Albany, New York |
| − | * [[Tutorial: Gravity Assist| Performing a gravity assist]] | + | * [[Tutorial: Gravity Assist|Performing a gravity assist]] |
* [[Camera view]] How to see yourself in space | * [[Camera view]] How to see yourself in space | ||
* [[Geosynchronous Orbit (Math)]] | * [[Geosynchronous Orbit (Math)]] | ||
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The high level of realism in Kerbal Space Program allows to recreate historical missions of human spaceflight history. These missions start simple and become gradually more complex, so they are a great way to learn KSP. For a logical and progressive list of missions, goals, and milestones that may or may not have tutorials linked, check out the [[Campaigns]] article to get ideas in planning your own space program. | The high level of realism in Kerbal Space Program allows to recreate historical missions of human spaceflight history. These missions start simple and become gradually more complex, so they are a great way to learn KSP. For a logical and progressive list of missions, goals, and milestones that may or may not have tutorials linked, check out the [[Campaigns]] article to get ideas in planning your own space program. | ||
| − | * [[Tutorial: Sputnik 1 | Sputnik 1]] - first satellite in orbit | + | * [[Tutorial: Sputnik 1|Sputnik 1]] - first satellite in orbit |
| − | * [[Tutorial: Vostok 1 | Vostok 1]] - first human spaceflight | + | * [[Tutorial: Vostok 1|Vostok 1]] - first human spaceflight |
| − | * [[Tutorial: Gemini 6A and 7 | Gemini 6A & 7]] First orbital docking | + | * [[Tutorial: Gemini 6A and 7|Gemini 6A & 7]] First orbital docking |
| − | * [[Tutorial: Luna 9 | Luna 9]] - First soft landing of a probe on the moon | + | * [[Tutorial: Luna 9|Luna 9]] - First soft landing of a probe on the moon |
| − | * [[Tutorial: Apollo 11 | Apollo 11]] - First human moon landing | + | * [[Tutorial: Apollo 11|Apollo 11]] - First human moon landing |
| − | * [[Tutorial:Salyut programme | Salyut programme]] - First space stations of any kind | + | * [[Tutorial:Salyut programme|Salyut programme]] - First space stations of any kind |
| − | * [[Tutorial: ISS | International Space Station]] - Series of missions for the current space station. | + | * [[Tutorial: ISS|International Space Station]] - Series of missions for the current space station. |
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* [[Tutorial: Viking 1 | Viking 1]] - First soft landing on Mars --> | * [[Tutorial: Viking 1 | Viking 1]] - First soft landing on Mars --> | ||
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==Career Mode== | ==Career Mode== | ||
| − | * [[Career Tutorials| Basic Career Mode Knowledge]] by [[User:TheVman|TheVman]] | + | * [[Career Tutorials|Basic Career Mode Knowledge]] by [[User:TheVman|TheVman]] |
| − | * [[Tutorial: | + | * [[Tutorial:Start a career game|Maximizing the First Mission]] by [[User:Brendan|Brendan]] |
==Planets and Moons== | ==Planets and Moons== | ||
=== Mun === | === Mun === | ||
| − | * [[Mun Landing | Traveling to The Mun]] by [[User:craigmt1|craigmt1]] | + | * [[Mun Landing|Traveling to The Mun]] by [[User:craigmt1|craigmt1]] |
* [[Free Return Trajectory]] to the [[Mun]] by [[User:PD|PD]] (Credit to [http://forum.kerbalspaceprogram.com/index.php?action=profile;u=10640 Rascal Nag (Forum Profile)] for [http://forum.kerbalspaceprogram.com/index.php?topic=6058.0 original forum tutorial]) | * [[Free Return Trajectory]] to the [[Mun]] by [[User:PD|PD]] (Credit to [http://forum.kerbalspaceprogram.com/index.php?action=profile;u=10640 Rascal Nag (Forum Profile)] for [http://forum.kerbalspaceprogram.com/index.php?topic=6058.0 original forum tutorial]) | ||
=== Minmus === | === Minmus === | ||
| − | * [[How to get to Minmus | Traveling to Minmus]] by [[User:craigmt1|craigmt1]] | + | * [[How to get to Minmus|Traveling to Minmus]] by [[User:craigmt1|craigmt1]] |
=== Eve === | === Eve === | ||
| − | * [[Tutorial:How to get to Eve | Traveling to Eve]] by [[User:craigmt1|craigmt1]] | + | * [[Tutorial:How to get to Eve|Traveling to Eve]] by [[User:craigmt1|craigmt1]] |
=== Duna === | === Duna === | ||
| − | * [[Tutorial:How to get to Duna | Traveling to Duna and Back]] by [[User:craigmt1|craigmt1]] | + | * [[Tutorial:How to get to Duna|Traveling to Duna and Back]] by [[User:craigmt1|craigmt1]] |
=== Laythe === | === Laythe === | ||
| − | * [[Tutorial: | + | * [[Tutorial:LF Laythe|"Let's Fly!" Tutorial: Traveling to Laythe]] by [[User:greenjinjo|greenjinjo]] |
| − | == General Information == | + | == General Information == |
* [[Orbital and physics terms]] | * [[Orbital and physics terms]] | ||
* [[Maneuver node]] | * [[Maneuver node]] | ||
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* [[Multifunctional rocket]] by Adicogames | * [[Multifunctional rocket]] by Adicogames | ||
* [[Basic SSTO Design]] by Suzaka | * [[Basic SSTO Design]] by Suzaka | ||
| − | * [[Tutorial: Basic Orbiting | Basic Orbiting]] by Entroper | + | * [[Tutorial: Basic Orbiting|Basic Orbiting]] by Entroper |
* [[Tutorial: Spaceplane basics|Spaceplane basics]] by Heatseeker | * [[Tutorial: Spaceplane basics|Spaceplane basics]] by Heatseeker | ||
* [[Tutorial: Direct-Ascent Mun Landing|Direct-Ascent Mun Landing]] by Mpickering | * [[Tutorial: Direct-Ascent Mun Landing|Direct-Ascent Mun Landing]] by Mpickering | ||
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* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xE4m7LownMw Changing the Primary Command/Pod Module's Tutorial] (Not required since [[0.21]]) | * [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xE4m7LownMw Changing the Primary Command/Pod Module's Tutorial] (Not required since [[0.21]]) | ||
* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U_B9lv_M3oc&feature=related Getting the Perfect Orbit Everytime] | * [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U_B9lv_M3oc&feature=related Getting the Perfect Orbit Everytime] | ||
| − | * [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yoCOgJn5O_A Easy guide to Orbiting, updated for v0.11]also works for v0.12 | + | * [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yoCOgJn5O_A Easy guide to Orbiting, updated for v0.11] also works for v0.12 |
* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9RvVjysJKB4 Build and Fly A Rocket Into Orbit (Narrated)] | * [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9RvVjysJKB4 Build and Fly A Rocket Into Orbit (Narrated)] | ||
* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VgbTA1mac3I Orbit Made Easy] | * [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VgbTA1mac3I Orbit Made Easy] | ||
Revision as of 05:50, 7 April 2014
This article is a list of tutorials that will guide you through the finer points of the Kerbal Space Program.
Please note that these articles are user-created, and each user is responsible for their tutorial.
- For a high-level overview of the basic game mechanics, you can read this Game Manual by thecoshman.
- For first-time players, try Tutorial: Walkthrough for Ye Compleat Beginner
- A less detailed "cheat sheet" type reference is available as Basic Maneuvers.
- For a logical series of missions that build up your knowledge, check out Campaigns.
Contents
Rocket and Probe Design
- Cheat Sheet A KSP Rocket Scientist's Cheat Sheet
- Basic Rocket Design by Senshi
- Basic Probe And Satellite Building By Nova Storm
- Intermediate Rocket Design
- Advanced Rocket Design by Vincent McConnell and Kosmo-not
- Asparagus Staging a method to design very fuel-efficient rockets
Orbiting/De-Orbiting
- How to Get into Orbit a primer on how to get into your first orbit
- Basic Orbiting (Math) by Entroper
- Walkthrough for Ye Compleat Beginner
- Advanced Orbiting by Entroper
- Basic Docking by PD
- Land at the Space Center by an anonymous person from Albany, New York
- Performing a gravity assist
- Camera view How to see yourself in space
- Geosynchronous Orbit (Math)
- How do I Rocket: Beginners Orbiting Cheat Sheet By JoerT
Plane and Spaceplane Design
- Basic Plane Design by StelarCF
- Fighter Plane Design by ZXZX10000 & StelarCF
- Spaceplane basics by Heatseeker
Historical Missions
The high level of realism in Kerbal Space Program allows to recreate historical missions of human spaceflight history. These missions start simple and become gradually more complex, so they are a great way to learn KSP. For a logical and progressive list of missions, goals, and milestones that may or may not have tutorials linked, check out the Campaigns article to get ideas in planning your own space program.
- Sputnik 1 - first satellite in orbit
- Vostok 1 - first human spaceflight
- Gemini 6A & 7 First orbital docking
- Luna 9 - First soft landing of a probe on the moon
- Apollo 11 - First human moon landing
- Salyut programme - First space stations of any kind
- International Space Station - Series of missions for the current space station.
Career Mode
Planets and Moons
Mun
- Traveling to The Mun by craigmt1
- Free Return Trajectory to the Mun by PD (Credit to Rascal Nag (Forum Profile) for original forum tutorial)
Minmus
Eve
Duna
Laythe
General Information
Customisation
Add-on Development
- Making an asset from start to finish - Darrknox & Killerhurtz
- Plugins - N3X15
- Adding Airlocks and Ladders to Parts
- Editing MBM Textures
- Kerbal to Pro: Modelling in 3ds Max - Bilsta1000 covers modelling, texturing, basic animation and importing to KSP
Stubs
These tutorials aren't completely finished yet. You can help to complete them.
- Multifunctional rocket by Adicogames
- Basic SSTO Design by Suzaka
- Basic Orbiting by Entroper
- Spaceplane basics by Heatseeker
- Direct-Ascent Mun Landing by Mpickering
- Kergena Target Vehicle by Mpickering
Rureglathon's Narrated Video Tutorials
- Playlist of all tutorials
- How to get into orbit
- Rover Design Tutorial
- Basic orbiting/maneuver tutorial
- How to set up and perform transfer burns
- How to build and fly SSTO Spaceplanes
- Geostationary orbit tutorial
- How to land on Moons
- How to return from Moons
- Asparagus staging tutorial
- Space Shuttle Design Tutorial
- Apollo Style Mission Tutorial/Walkthrough
- Advanced plane building Tutorial
- Rendezvous Tutorial
- Docking Tutorial
- How to get a free return trajectory
- How to make interplanetary transfers (without a calculator)
- How to capture asteroids
For more tutorials and other videos, my YouTube channel is here.
Video tutorials
- Beginner's Guide to Kerbal Space Program (Getting Started - Narrated)
- Getting&Making Orbit
- Docking Part 1 Docking Part 2
- Tips & Tricks & Hints Part 1
- Tips & Tricks & Hints Part 2 (Getting orbit)
- Action Groups Tutorial
- Changing the Primary Command/Pod Module's Tutorial (Not required since 0.21)
- Getting the Perfect Orbit Everytime
- Easy guide to Orbiting, updated for v0.11 also works for v0.12
- Build and Fly A Rocket Into Orbit (Narrated)
- Orbit Made Easy
- Moon Landing
- Beginners Guide on How To Get To The Mun in Kerbal Space Program
- How to Get into a Solar Orbit
Creating New Tutorials
To create your own tutorial, start with Tutorial:Template. When adding to the Category:Tutorials add the name of the tutorial (like in the template) to sort the pages without the prefix Tutorial:.
Note to tutorial writers: These are supposed to be tutorials. Think "Orbits for Dummies." If you're going to explain intricate details (including math!), consider marking your tutorial "Advanced".
