LV-N "Nerv" - Revision history

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	The '''LV-N "Nerv"''' is a deep space [[hydrogen]] engine. It features a long shape and a singular nozzle design suited for highly efficient deep space travel. It is unlocked from [[Nuclear Propulsion]] in Tier 2 of the [[Tech Tree]].		The '''LV-N "Nerv"''' is a deep space [[hydrogen]] engine. It features a long shape and a singular nozzle design suited for highly efficient deep space travel. It is unlocked from [[Nuclear Propulsion]] in Tier 2 of the [[Tech Tree]].

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	~~{{Infobox part}}~~		The '''LV-N "Nerv"''' is a deep space [[hydrogen]] engine. It features a long shape and a singular nozzle design suited for highly efficient deep space travel. It is unlocked from [[Nuclear Propulsion]] in Tier 2 of the [[Tech Tree]].

	The ~~'''LV-N "~~Nerv~~"'''~~ is a ~~deep space [[~~hydrogen~~]] engine. It is unlocked in Tier 2 of the [[Tech Tree]] in the node [[Nuclear Propulsion]] that has a long shape and a singular~~ engine ~~bell design suited for highly efficient deep space travel. It has a bigger sibling part~~, ~~the~~ [[~~LV-SW "SWERV"~~]].		== Usage ==
			The Nerv is a hydrogen-fueled rocket engine, unlike most others which burn [[Methalox\|methalox]].

	~~== Usage ==~~		In a vacuum the Nerv is greatly efficient with its I<sub>sp</sub> of 900 s, roughly three times greater than any methalox engine. This makes it a suitable choice for small-scale interplanetary transfer stages even with its modest thrust of 75 kN. In atmosphere, however, the Nerv is incredibly ineffective. Low I<sub>sp</sub>, 250 s, matched with low thrust, 20.8 kN, provide little power for moving around.
	~~The~~ Nerv ~~at sea level~~ is ~~incredibly ineffective,~~ with ~~it's low thrust and~~ I<sub>sp</sub>. ~~However, in~~ a ~~vacuum, it becomes quite efficient~~ for small scale interplanetary ~~travel and~~ transfer stages. ~~Having a high~~ I<sub>sp</sub> ~~and relatively small~~ thrust, ~~it is quite good if you want to go really far really slowly (only beaten by the [[IX-6315 "Dawn"]] of course)~~.

	~~Unfortunately this engine~~ does have its ~~drawbacks. This ship has no gimbal range and, as~~ a ~~result, is not useful~~ for ~~split-second decisions (which will~~ most ~~likely not be happening with this engine)~~. ~~With its convenient~~{{Size\|Size=SM~~\|Add Category=1~~}} ~~and lean size, this engine is generally not~~ used ~~as a bottom placed~~ engine, but ~~makes for a quite useful side placed engine for certain crafts (i.e, light landers). It~~ is ~~recommended you pair it with~~ a ~~medium [[Hydrogen tanks\|hydrogen tank]], and~~ a ~~[[Mk1~~-3 "~~Gumball~~"~~\|"Gumball"]] if you are feeling brave enough~~ to ~~pair Kerbals with this low~~-~~powered engine. Overall, this rocket motor would be mostly recommended for small scale interplanetary transfers, and not flying a jet through the atmosphere of Duna (poor Jeb..~~.)		The Nerv does not have any gimbal capability. That feature paired with its lengthy shape make it a poor choice for landers in most situations. Its {{Size\|Size=SM}} allows for it to be easily used with engine plates or multi-node adapters, but this is often a less efficient choice than using a single LV-SW "SWERV" engine instead which offers nearly three times the thrust-to-weight ratio.

	== Synopsis ==		== Synopsis ==

	''“The LV-N “Nerv” is the very first nuclear-powered rocket engine. It may be an insane approach to rocket propulsion, but it boasts a staggering ISP in vacuum, making it much more efficient than conventional methalox engines. Yes, it may be a little radioactive, but more glow means more go, right?”''		''“The LV-N “Nerv” is the very first nuclear-powered rocket engine. It may be an insane approach to rocket propulsion, but it boasts a staggering ISP in vacuum, making it much more efficient than conventional methalox engines. Yes, it may be a little radioactive, but more glow means more go, right?”''

			== Trivia ==
			* The Nerv has a bigger sibling part, the [[LV-SW "SWERV"]].
			* The "Nerv" nickname is likely a reference to [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NERVA NERVA], or "Nuclear Engine for Rocket Vehicle Application", a NASA program to create a nuclear thermal rocket.

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	== See also ==		== See also ==
	* [[Hydrogen]]

	{{Navbox Parts\|Part Type Category=[[Category:Engines]]}}		{{Navbox Parts\|Part Type Category=[[Category:Engines]]}}

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	== Changes ==		== Changes ==
	[[0.1.0.0]]		[[0.1.0.0]]
			* Initial release

	* ~~Initial release~~		== See also ==
			* [[Hydrogen]]

	{{Navbox Parts\|Part Type Category=[[Category:Engines]]}}		{{Navbox Parts\|Part Type Category=[[Category:Engines]]}}

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	''“The LV-N “Nerv” is the very first nuclear-powered rocket engine. It may be an insane approach to rocket propulsion, but it boasts a staggering ISP in vacuum, making it much more efficient than conventional methalox engines. Yes, it may be a little radioactive, but more glow means more go, right?”''		''“The LV-N “Nerv” is the very first nuclear-powered rocket engine. It may be an insane approach to rocket propulsion, but it boasts a staggering ISP in vacuum, making it much more efficient than conventional methalox engines. Yes, it may be a little radioactive, but more glow means more go, right?”''

	~~== Part modules ==~~
	~~<tabber>~~
	~~\|-\|Engine=~~
	* Max thrust
	** 1 atm: 20.8 kN
	** Vac.: 75 kN
	* Min thrust
	** 1 atm:
	** Vac.:
	* I<sub>sp</sub>
	** 1 atm: 250
	** Vac.: 900
	* Propellants
	** Hydrogen: TBD
	* Flags
	** Stops under TBD


	~~\|-\|Engine gimbal=~~
	* Vectoring Range
	** Pitch: N/A
	** Yaw: N/A

	~~\|-\|Generator=~~
	* Outputs
	** Electric Charge: 10.000 /s
	~~</tabber>~~

	== Changes ==		== Changes ==

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	{{Infobox ~~engines\|image=LV-N Nerv.png\|caption=Deep Space Hydrogen Engine\|mass=3\|size=SM\|max temp=1500\|impact tol=15\|manufacturer=\|fuel type=\|atm thrust=\|vacuum thrust=\|atm isp=\|vacuum isp=~~}}		{{Infobox part}}

	The '''LV-N "Nerv"''' is a deep space [[hydrogen]] engine. It is unlocked in Tier 2 of the [[Tech Tree]] in the node [[Nuclear Propulsion]] that has a long shape and a singular engine bell design suited for highly efficient deep space travel. It has a bigger sibling part, the [[LV-SW "SWERV"]].		The '''LV-N "Nerv"''' is a deep space [[hydrogen]] engine. It is unlocked in Tier 2 of the [[Tech Tree]] in the node [[Nuclear Propulsion]] that has a long shape and a singular engine bell design suited for highly efficient deep space travel. It has a bigger sibling part, the [[LV-SW "SWERV"]].

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	{{Infobox engines\|mass=3\|size=SM\|max temp=1500\|impact tol=15}}		{{Infobox engines\|image=LV-N Nerv.png\|caption=Deep Space Hydrogen Engine\|mass=3\|size=SM\|max temp=1500\|impact tol=15\|manufacturer=\|fuel type=\|atm thrust=\|vacuum thrust=\|atm isp=\|vacuum isp=}}

	The '''LV-N "Nerv"''' is a deep space [[hydrogen]] engine. It is unlocked in Tier 2 of the [[Tech Tree]] in the node [[Nuclear Propulsion]] that has a long shape and a singular engine bell design suited for highly efficient deep space travel. It has a bigger sibling part, the [[LV-SW "SWERV"]].		The '''LV-N "Nerv"''' is a deep space [[hydrogen]] engine. It is unlocked in Tier 2 of the [[Tech Tree]] in the node [[Nuclear Propulsion]] that has a long shape and a singular engine bell design suited for highly efficient deep space travel. It has a bigger sibling part, the [[LV-SW "SWERV"]].

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	The Nerv at sea level is incredibly ineffective, with it's low thrust and I<sub>sp</sub>. However, in a vacuum, it becomes quite efficient for small scale interplanetary travel and transfer stages. Having a high I<sub>sp</sub> and relatively small thrust, it is quite good if you want to go really far really slowly (only beaten by the [[IX-6315 "Dawn"]] of course).		The Nerv at sea level is incredibly ineffective, with it's low thrust and I<sub>sp</sub>. However, in a vacuum, it becomes quite efficient for small scale interplanetary travel and transfer stages. Having a high I<sub>sp</sub> and relatively small thrust, it is quite good if you want to go really far really slowly (only beaten by the [[IX-6315 "Dawn"]] of course).

	Unfortunately this engine does have its drawbacks. This ship has no gimbal range and, as a result, is not useful for split-second decisions (which will most likely not be happening with this engine). With its convenient{{Size\|Size=SM\|Add Category=1}} and lean size, this engine is generally not used as a bottom placed engine, but makes for a quite useful side placed engine for certain crafts (i.e, light landers). It is recommended you pair it with a medium [[Hydrogen tanks\|hydrogen tank]], and a [[Gumball\|"Gumball"]] if you are feeling brave enough to pair Kerbals with this low-powered engine. Overall, this rocket motor would be mostly recommended for small scale interplanetary transfers, and not flying a jet through the atmosphere of Duna (poor Jeb...)		Unfortunately this engine does have its drawbacks. This ship has no gimbal range and, as a result, is not useful for split-second decisions (which will most likely not be happening with this engine). With its convenient{{Size\|Size=SM\|Add Category=1}} and lean size, this engine is generally not used as a bottom placed engine, but makes for a quite useful side placed engine for certain crafts (i.e, light landers). It is recommended you pair it with a medium [[Hydrogen tanks\|hydrogen tank]], and a [[Mk1-3 "Gumball"\|"Gumball"]] if you are feeling brave enough to pair Kerbals with this low-powered engine. Overall, this rocket motor would be mostly recommended for small scale interplanetary transfers, and not flying a jet through the atmosphere of Duna (poor Jeb...)

	== Synopsis ==		== Synopsis ==

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	The '''LV-N "Nerv"''' is a deep space [[hydrogen]] engine. It is unlocked in Tier 2 of the [[Tech Tree]] in the node [[Nuclear Propulsion]] that has a long shape and a singular engine bell design suited for highly efficient deep space travel. It has a bigger sibling part, the [[LV-SW "SWERV"]].		The '''LV-N "Nerv"''' is a deep space [[hydrogen]] engine. It is unlocked in Tier 2 of the [[Tech Tree]] in the node [[Nuclear Propulsion]] that has a long shape and a singular engine bell design suited for highly efficient deep space travel. It has a bigger sibling part, the [[LV-SW "SWERV"]].

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	{{Infobox engines\|mass (t)=3\|size=SM\|max temp (K)=1500\|impact tol (m/s)=15}}		{{Infobox engines\|mass (t)=3\|size=SM\|max temp (K)=1500\|impact tol (m/s)=15}}

	The '''LV-N "Nerv"''' is a deep space [[hydrogen]] engine. It is unlocked in Tier 2 of the [[Tech Tree]] in the node [[Nuclear Propulsion]] that has a long shape and a singular engine bell design suited for highly efficient deep space travel. It has a ~~much larger counter~~ part; the [[LV-SW "SWERV"]]		The '''LV-N "Nerv"''' is a deep space [[hydrogen]] engine. It is unlocked in Tier 2 of the [[Tech Tree]] in the node [[Nuclear Propulsion]] that has a long shape and a singular engine bell design suited for highly efficient deep space travel. It has a bigger sibling part, the [[LV-SW "SWERV"]].

	== Usage ==		== Usage ==
	The Nerv at sea level is incredibly ineffective, with it's low thrust and ~~ISP~~. However, in a vacuum, it becomes quite efficient for small scale interplanetary travel and transfer stages. Having a high ~~ISP~~ and relatively small thrust, it is quite good if you want to go really far really slowly (only beaten by the [[IX-6315 "Dawn]] of course).		The Nerv at sea level is incredibly ineffective, with it's low thrust and I<sub>sp</sub>. However, in a vacuum, it becomes quite efficient for small scale interplanetary travel and transfer stages. Having a high I<sub>sp</sub> and relatively small thrust, it is quite good if you want to go really far really slowly (only beaten by the [[IX-6315 "Dawn"]] of course).

	Unfortunately this engine does have its drawbacks. This ship has no gimbal range and, as a result, is not useful for split-second decisions (which will most likely not be happening with this engine). With its convenient {{Size\|Size=SM\|Add Category=1}} and lean size, this engine is generally not used as a bottom placed engine, but makes for a quite useful side placed engine for certain crafts (i.e, light landers). It is recommended you pair it with a medium [[Hydrogen tanks\|hydrogen tank]], and a [[Gumball\|"Gumball"]] if you are feeling brave enough to pair Kerbals with this low-powered engine. Overall, this rocket motor would be mostly recommended for small scale interplanetary transfers, and not flying a jet through the atmosphere of Duna (poor Jeb...)		Unfortunately this engine does have its drawbacks. This ship has no gimbal range and, as a result, is not useful for split-second decisions (which will most likely not be happening with this engine). With its convenient{{Size\|Size=SM\|Add Category=1}} and lean size, this engine is generally not used as a bottom placed engine, but makes for a quite useful side placed engine for certain crafts (i.e, light landers). It is recommended you pair it with a medium [[Hydrogen tanks\|hydrogen tank]], and a [[Gumball\|"Gumball"]] if you are feeling brave enough to pair Kerbals with this low-powered engine. Overall, this rocket motor would be mostly recommended for small scale interplanetary transfers, and not flying a jet through the atmosphere of Duna (poor Jeb...)

	== Synopsis ==		== Synopsis ==

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	== Synopsis ==		== Synopsis ==

	“The LV-N “Nerv” is the very first nuclear-powered rocket engine. It may be an insane approach to rocket propulsion, but it boasts a staggering ISP in vacuum, making it much more efficient than conventional methalox engines. Yes, it may be a little radioactive, but more glow means more go, right?”		''“The LV-N “Nerv” is the very first nuclear-powered rocket engine. It may be an insane approach to rocket propulsion, but it boasts a staggering ISP in vacuum, making it much more efficient than conventional methalox engines. Yes, it may be a little radioactive, but more glow means more go, right?”''

	== Part modules ==		== Part modules ==