Mk1 "Explorer"

Mk1 "Explorer"

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Statistics
Size	SM
Command Module Info
Max Crew	1
Torque (kN)	3

The Mk1 "Explorer" is a command pod typically used for small, compact lander designs. It is unlocked in Tier 1 of the Tech Tree in the Mun Landing node. Its design features an octal shape with a large window, most likely used for when your Kerbal really wants to see the ground before they crash (or land but that's far less common). Unlike other command pods, this module does not yet feature transparent cockpits.

Usage

The Mk1 Explorer can contain one Kerbal and one Kerbal only. It is mainly used in landers where the parts directly above the command pod have the same radial size as parts directly below it, in this case the SM size. The octagonal shape allows easy and convenient placement of radially mounted equipment like science experiments.

The drawbacks of this flat design, however, are the fact that, in atmospheric flight, it produces a lot of drag and provides an inefficient launch vehicle and/or plane (this is especially inconvenient in areas like the Kapy Rock mission). Another setback is that the small variety of the heatshield does not fit on this part, which can pose a challenge if you are not performing a mission with two separate vehicles(i.e, an Apollo style Mun mission). It is recommended you store this part in a fairing to prevent the drag issue, and have another vessel to dock with for returning home or aerobreaking.

Synopsis

"The Mk1 "Explorer" is a single-seat lander can designed for landing on strange new grounds. It is very lightweight but packs the necessary features: a limited battery, monopropellant storage, and a small reaction wheel."

Part Modules

• Crew capacity
  • 1
• Max electricty for torque
  • 0.13 /s

• Monopropellant
  • 0.06 t
• Electric charge
  • 50 AU

• Antenna range
  • 50.000 km

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Changes

0.1.0.0

• Initial release