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The '''Command Pod Mk1''' is a [[command module]] capable of housing a single [[Kerbal]] during a mission. It closely resembles a [http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_SoPceyfCAxw/S9lfdAiCDcI/AAAAAAAACtI/tnQDTTTpKMU/s1600/mercury_capsule.jpg Mercury capsule.]
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The '''Mk1 Command Pod''' is a [[command module]] capable of housing a single [[Kerbal]] during a mission.
  
 
== Usage ==
 
== Usage ==
[[File:Mk1 Pod Interior View.png|left|thumb|Interior View of the Mk1 Pod. Kerbin can be seen through the window.]]
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[[File:Mk1CommandPod_IVA.png|left|thumb|Interior View of the Mk1 Command Pod since 1.5]]
 
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Usually placed at the top of the rocket, the Mk1 Command Pod provides all functionality of a command module. It has half the torque power of most other manned command modules. This is often sufficient for smaller rockets, though larger ones will require additional control systems. It can also be used for shuttles and landers due to its small size.
Usually placed at the top of the rocket, the Command Pod Mk1 provides all functionality of a command module. It has half the torque power of most other manned command modules. This is often sufficient for smaller rockets, though larger ones will require additional control systems.  
 
  
 
The Mk1 Command Pod features a tiny [[radial size]] node on top, typically used for attaching a [[Mk16 Parachute]], and a small radial size node on the bottom.
 
The Mk1 Command Pod features a tiny [[radial size]] node on top, typically used for attaching a [[Mk16 Parachute]], and a small radial size node on the bottom.
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The Mk1 Command Pod is also the first command module available in the [[Career|career mode]].
 
The Mk1 Command Pod is also the first command module available in the [[Career|career mode]].
  
== Description ==
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== Product description ==
{{Quote
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{{Quote|Originally built as a placeholder for a demonstration mock-up of a rocket, the Mk1 Command Pod was heralded as a far safer and more reliable option than its predecessors by rocket scientists throughout the world. It is now commonly seen in active service.|manufacturer=Kerlinton Model Rockets and Paper Products Inc.}}
|Originally built as a placeholder for a demonstration mock-up of a rocket, the Mk1 Command Pod was heralded as a far safer and more reliable option than its predecessors by rocket scientists throughout the world. It is now commonly seen in active service.
 
|Kerlington Model Rockets and Paper Products Inc.}}
 
  
 
== Trivia ==
 
== Trivia ==
The model for this parts was replaced in {{Version|0.16}}, there is a memorial to the original located at the [[Kerbal Space Center]].<ref>http://kerbaldevteam.tumblr.com/post/28557698420/obituary-mk1-pod</ref> An old command pod can also be found at the [[Insular Airfield]] on an island near KSC, in one of the hangars.
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* The model for this parts was replaced in {{Version|0.16}}, there is a memorial to the original located at the [[Kerbal Space Center]]<ref>http://kerbaldevteam.tumblr.com/post/28557698420/obituary-mk1-pod</ref>, and another at the [[Island Airfield]].
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* Apparently, the bottom side is a hump, which is also [[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Atmospheric_entry#Ablative|ablative]] which does not bode well for many parts attached to the bottom. The [[TD-12 Decoupler]] works particularly well hiding the hump. There is a good side: the hump looks nice when attaching "tiny" parts to the bottom, and it appears similar to a heat shield.
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=== Real-world comparison ===
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The Mk1 Command Pod was inspired by the [[w:Project Mercury|Mercury capsule]].
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== Variants ==
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As of {{version|1.5}} this command pod has three textures that can be switched in the editor.
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{{multiple image
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|align=left
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|width=200
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|image1=Mk1CommandPod_Dark.png
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|alt1=Dark variant
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|image2=Mk1CommandPod_White.png
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|alt2=White variant
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|image3=Mk1CommandPod_Gray.png
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|alt3=Gray-White variant
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|footer=The different variants of the command pod
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}}
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{{clear|left}}
  
 
== Gallery ==
 
== Gallery ==
 
<gallery>
 
<gallery>
Command_Pod_Mk1.jpg|The original model from versions before 0.16. Back then it could also hold three kerbals.
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Command Pod Mk1.png|The model prior to 1.5
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Mk1 Pod Interior View.png|Interior View of the Mk1 Pod prior to 1.5
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Command_Pod_Mk1.jpg|The original model from versions before 0.16. Back then it could hold three kerbals. It used to have the name:"Mk1 Pod"
 
CommandPodMk1Memorial.png|The memorial for the pre 0.16 model outside of KSC.
 
CommandPodMk1Memorial.png|The memorial for the pre 0.16 model outside of KSC.
 
</gallery>
 
</gallery>
  
 
== Changes ==
 
== Changes ==
;{{Version|0.16|}}
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;[[1.5]]
*Part rebalancing: Mass reduced from 1.0 to 0.8, and crew capacity reduced from 3 to 1.
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* New model and texture
*New part model.
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* Added 3 variants
;{{Version|0.8.5|}}
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* New IVA
*Exposed Kd, Ki and Kp parameters for tuning the SAS and CommandPod modules
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;[[1.2]]
;{{Version|0.8.2|}}
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* IVA improved
*(Bug fix) Pod cannot be dropped if an Escape Tower (PunchOut addon) is attached
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;[[0.23]]
;{{Version|0.7.3|}}
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* Added Monopropellant
* Initial Release
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;[[0.18]]
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* Added ElectricCharge
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;[[0.16]]
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* Part rebalancing: Mass reduced from 1.0 to 0.8, and crew capacity reduced from 3 to 1.
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* New part model.
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;[[0.8.5]]
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* Exposed Kd, Ki and Kp parameters for tuning the SAS and CommandPod modules
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;[[0.8.2]]
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* (Bug fix) Pod cannot be dropped if an Escape Tower (PunchOut addon) is attached
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;[[0.7.3]]
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* Initial release
  
 
== References ==
 
== References ==

Revision as of 16:18, 26 December 2018

Mk1 Command Pod
Part image
Command pod by
Kerlington Model Rockets and Paper Products Inc

Radial size Tiny, Small
Cost (total) 600.00 Funds
(dry) 588.00 Funds
Mass (total) 0.84 t
(dry) 0.80 t
Drag 0.15-0.2
Max. Temp. 2200 K
Volume N/A
Impact Tolerance 14 m/s
Research Start.png Start
Unlock cost 0 Funds
Since version 0.7.3
Part configuration mk1Pod.cfg
Command module
Pitch torque 5.0 kN·m
Yaw torque 5.0 kN·m
Roll torque 5.0 kN·m
Electricity required for torque
0.048
s·kN·m
Crew capacity (maximum) Crew
(required) Crew
Monopropellant 10 Units of fuel
Electric capacity 50.0 
SAS level × None
Inventory Slots 1 slots
Volume Limit 50 l
Wing
Lift generated 0.35

The Mk1 Command Pod is a command module capable of housing a single Kerbal during a mission.

Usage

Interior View of the Mk1 Command Pod since 1.5

Usually placed at the top of the rocket, the Mk1 Command Pod provides all functionality of a command module. It has half the torque power of most other manned command modules. This is often sufficient for smaller rockets, though larger ones will require additional control systems. It can also be used for shuttles and landers due to its small size.

The Mk1 Command Pod features a tiny radial size node on top, typically used for attaching a Mk16 Parachute, and a small radial size node on the bottom. The pod's crew hatch is outfitted with a small window through which an occupying Kerbal can look out during IVA. On the outside there are two rungs of ladders below the hatch.

The Mk1 Command Pod is also the first command module available in the career mode.

Product description

Originally built as a placeholder for a demonstration mock-up of a rocket, the Mk1 Command Pod was heralded as a far safer and more reliable option than its predecessors by rocket scientists throughout the world. It is now commonly seen in active service.

Kerlinton Model Rockets and Paper Products Inc.

Trivia

  • The model for this parts was replaced in version 0.16, there is a memorial to the original located at the Kerbal Space Center[1], and another at the Island Airfield.
  • Apparently, the bottom side is a hump, which is also [[1]] which does not bode well for many parts attached to the bottom. The TD-12 Decoupler works particularly well hiding the hump. There is a good side: the hump looks nice when attaching "tiny" parts to the bottom, and it appears similar to a heat shield.

Real-world comparison

The Mk1 Command Pod was inspired by the Mercury capsule.

Variants

As of version 1.5 this command pod has three textures that can be switched in the editor.

Dark variant
White variant
Gray-White variant
The different variants of the command pod

Gallery

Changes

1.5
  • New model and texture
  • Added 3 variants
  • New IVA
1.2
  • IVA improved
0.23
  • Added Monopropellant
0.18
  • Added ElectricCharge
0.16
  • Part rebalancing: Mass reduced from 1.0 to 0.8, and crew capacity reduced from 3 to 1.
  • New part model.
0.8.5
  • Exposed Kd, Ki and Kp parameters for tuning the SAS and CommandPod modules
0.8.2
  • (Bug fix) Pod cannot be dropped if an Escape Tower (PunchOut addon) is attached
0.7.3
  • Initial release

References

  1. http://kerbaldevteam.tumblr.com/post/28557698420/obituary-mk1-pod