Calculation tools

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This page lists various fan-made tools that can help performing calculations related to the gameplay of Kerbal Space Program. Unlike addons, they do not directly influence the game, as they are run separately.

Online tools and calculators

Title Developer Desciption Last Update KSP Version compatibility [note 1] Notes Forum post Link

Interactive illustrated interplanetary guide and calculator

Olex

Calculates Δv and angles for orbital transfer between celestial bodies 2013 0.22 Based on this forum post forum post http://ksp.olex.biz/
Launch Window Planner alexmoon Provides a total Δv calculation for orbital transfer based on launch parameters 6 Apr 2014 0.23.5 open source forum post http://alexmoon.github.io/ksp/
KSP Aerobraking Calculator alterbaron Calculates a maneuver to perform the intended aerobraking 20 Nov 2013 0.22 open source forum post http://alterbaron.github.io/ksp_aerocalc/
KSP Optimal Rocket Calculator GaryCourt Generates a rocket design optimized for the given parameters 1 Apr 2014 0.23.5 open source forum post http://garycourt.github.io/korc/
  1. This indicates the version of KSP that the tool is known to work for, or was the latest version when the tool was last updated. Most tools will work fine on later versions.

Offline applications

These tools can be downloaded and used offline. Keep in mind that the presence of an application here does not mean it has been tested or is otherwise trustworthy - apply reasonable caution when downloading and running the below applications. Generally, if something is widely used, it should be safe.

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