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The '''Advanced S.A.S Module, Large''' is a toggleable module that provides [[SAS]] functionality, a sort of autopilot to stabilize and help keep a rocket on course. The size 2 (2.5 meters in diameter) version is wider, shorter, and lighter than the old [[Inline Advanced Stabilizer]] (previously named ''Advanced S.A.S Module''). With the redesign of the SAS in {{Version|0.21.1}} this part adds SAS functionality as well as torque to the craft.
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The '''Advanced Reaction Wheel Module, Large''' is a large diameter [[reaction wheel]] meant to provide torque to a craft. Extra torque means that the player's spaceship will rotate faster when ordered to, resulting in a more nimble feel to the craft. The Advanced Reaction Wheel Module, Large is the size 2 reaction wheel. It is expensive, relatively heavy, and provides a very large amount of torque compared to the other reaction wheels.
  
== Description ==
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== Product description ==
{{Quote|After many years of research, STEADLER Corps rocket scientists discovered that Kerbal crewmembers just can't be trusted to keep a spacecraft under control. The Advanced S.A.S Module adresses that issue by correcting flight controls continuously. It is highly recommended that crewmembers are kept unaware of the presence of such a device, as experience shows that many Kerbals will see that as a 'challenge to their flying prowess'.|STEADLER Engineering Corps}}
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{{Quote|After many years of research, STEADLER Corps rocket engineers discovered that large flywheels were necessary to keep large ships under control. The "Advanced Reaction Wheel Module, Large" addresses that issue by its use of patented Large Flywheels™ to provide "More Torque" (patent pending). STEADLER promptly dismissed all criticism concerning the necessity of so much research work, stating that 'it only sounds so simple now that we've figured it out'. Critics remain skeptical, but none can disagree that this module does indeed pack a lot more punch than previous models. It also needs a lot more power, but STEADLER is currently carrying out intense research work on why that is.}}
Before the SAS was redesigned and both ASAS module did the same thing the description said the following:
 
{{Quote|A larger-scale version of the original STEADLER ASAS module.|STEADLER Engineering Corps}}
 
  
 
== Changes ==
 
== Changes ==
;{{Version|0.22|}}
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;[[0.90]]
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* No longer has SAS functionality - now provides only torque
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;[[0.24]]
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* Torque increased from 20 to 30
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* Cost reduced from 2200 to 2100
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;[[0.22]]
 
* Reduced mass from 0.5 to 0.2 tons.
 
* Reduced mass from 0.5 to 0.2 tons.
;{{Version|0.21.1|}}
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;[[0.21.1]]
 
* Added torque
 
* Added torque
;{{Version|0.21|}}
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;[[0.21]]
 
* This part only adds SAS functionality now (no torque)
 
* This part only adds SAS functionality now (no torque)
;{{Version|0.18.0|}}
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;[[0.18]]
 
* (Undocumented) Mass reduced from 0.8 to 0.5 tons.
 
* (Undocumented) Mass reduced from 0.8 to 0.5 tons.
;{{Version|0.17.0|}}
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;[[0.17]]
 
* Initial Release
 
* Initial Release
  
 
{{Parts}}
 
{{Parts}}
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[[Category:Reaction wheels]]

Revision as of 18:48, 17 March 2017

Advanced Reaction Wheel Module, Large
Part image
Stability Augmentation System by
STEADLER Engineering Corps

Radial size Large
Cost (total) 2 100.00 Funds
Mass (total) 0.20 t
Drag 0.2
Max. Temp. 2000 K
Volume  ?
Impact Tolerance 9 m/s
Research Tech tree large control.png Specialized Control
Unlock cost 11 600 Funds
Since version 0.17.0
Part configuration advSasModuleLarge.cfg
Pitch torque 30.0 kN·m
Yaw torque 30.0 kN·m
Roll torque 30.0 kN·m
Electricity required for torque
0.020
s·kN·m
SAS level × None

The Advanced Reaction Wheel Module, Large is a large diameter reaction wheel meant to provide torque to a craft. Extra torque means that the player's spaceship will rotate faster when ordered to, resulting in a more nimble feel to the craft. The Advanced Reaction Wheel Module, Large is the size 2 reaction wheel. It is expensive, relatively heavy, and provides a very large amount of torque compared to the other reaction wheels.

Product description

After many years of research, STEADLER Corps rocket engineers discovered that large flywheels were necessary to keep large ships under control. The "Advanced Reaction Wheel Module, Large" addresses that issue by its use of patented Large Flywheels™ to provide "More Torque" (patent pending). STEADLER promptly dismissed all criticism concerning the necessity of so much research work, stating that 'it only sounds so simple now that we've figured it out'. Critics remain skeptical, but none can disagree that this module does indeed pack a lot more punch than previous models. It also needs a lot more power, but STEADLER is currently carrying out intense research work on why that is.

Changes

0.90
  • No longer has SAS functionality - now provides only torque
0.24
  • Torque increased from 20 to 30
  • Cost reduced from 2200 to 2100
0.22
  • Reduced mass from 0.5 to 0.2 tons.
0.21.1
  • Added torque
0.21
  • This part only adds SAS functionality now (no torque)
0.18
  • (Undocumented) Mass reduced from 0.8 to 0.5 tons.
0.17
  • Initial Release