- Max thrust
- 1 atm: 20.8 kN
- Vac.: 75 kN
- Min thrust
- 1 atm:
- Vac.:
- Isp
- 1 atm: 250
- Vac.: 900
- Propellants
- Hydrogen: TBD
- Flags
- Stops under TBD
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{{Infobox engines|mass | {{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 | 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 | 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}} | 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 == | ||
“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 == | ||
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| Mass (t) | 3.000 | ||||||||||
| Size | SM | ||||||||||
| Max Temp (K) | 1500 | ||||||||||
| Impact Tolerance (m/s) | 15 | ||||||||||
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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".
Usage[edit | edit source]
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).
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 convenientSM 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 tank, and a "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[edit | edit source]
“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[edit | edit source]
- Vectoring Range
- Pitch: N/A
- Yaw: N/A
- Outputs
- Electric Charge: 10.000 /s
Changes[edit | edit source]
- Initial release