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| − | The '''Linear RCS Port''' is used for spaceship rotation and translation movement and is fueled by [[FL-R25 RCS Fuel Tank]]. As of 0.15.2, it is massless and dragless, despite the CFG file values. The Linear RCS Port is higher thrust than the [[RV-105 RCS Block]], but only capable of thrusting in one direction. This part is only available in the paid version of KSP, though non-stock parts with equivalent functionality are available for the demo. | + | The '''Linear RCS Port''' is used for spaceship rotation and translation movement and is fueled by [[FL-R25 RCS Fuel Tank]]. As of 0.15.2, it is massless and dragless, despite the CFG file values. The Linear RCS Port is higher thrust than the [[RV-105 RCS Block]], but only capable of thrusting in one direction. This part is only available in the paid version of [[KSP]], though non-stock parts with equivalent functionality are available for the demo. |
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Revision as of 05:07, 15 June 2012
The Linear RCS Port is used for spaceship rotation and translation movement and is fueled by FL-R25 RCS Fuel Tank. As of 0.15.2, it is massless and dragless, despite the CFG file values. The Linear RCS Port is higher thrust than the RV-105 RCS Block, but only capable of thrusting in one direction. This part is only available in the paid version of KSP, though non-stock parts with equivalent functionality are available for the demo.
Usage
- RCS thrusters are used to rotate and translate the ship.
- RCS can be toggled on and off (by default 'R' key)
- RCS thrusters need fuel from RCS Fuel Tank but do not need to be placed on the tank.
- For the ship's rotation RCS work together with Command Pod's reaction wheels.
- Translation controls are useful for docking (planned in future versions) and precise orbit adjustments. They can also be used instead of liquid engines for major orbit changes of smaller ships.
- To be useful RCS thrusters have to be properly placed. It is recommended to place at least 2 sets of 4 RCS thrusters (using symmetry) at the nose and tail of the rocket.
- Incorrectly placed RCS can produce much rotation in the wrong direction when used.
- When using up/down and left/right translation it is recommended to turn S.A.S. on to prevent causing rotation.
- RCS can also be used by Advanced S.A.S.
- Heat sink for RT-10 Solid Fuel Boosters.
- RCS thrusters tend to explode on contact with the ground, even if they have a high impact tolerance. Positioning them to avoid this fate is recommended.
Description
In real life, RCS stands for Reaction Control System. It is used to control the attitude of a spacecraft.
| “ | A linear port rcs thruster. — Reaction Systems Ltd. |
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Changes
see also: Version History
- v0.15.2
- (undocumented) Thrust reduced from 10 to 3, bringing part Isp in line with the RV-105 RCS Block.
- v0.15.0
- Part introduced.
