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LV-N "Nerv"
	[[File:\|200px\|center]] Deep Space Hydrogen Engine
Statistics
Mass (t)	3.000
Size	SM
Max Temp (K)	1500
Impact Tolerance (m/s)	15
Engine Info
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Thrust: 1 atm. (kN)	20.8
Thrust: Vac. (kN)	75.0
Isp: 1 atm. (s)	250
Isp: Vac. (s)	900
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Revision as of 01:15, 13 September 2024

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 at sea level is incredibly ineffective, with it's low thrust and I_sp. However, in a vacuum, it becomes quite efficient for small scale interplanetary travel and transfer stages. Having a high I_sp 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

“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

Max thrust
- 1 atm: 20.8 kN
- Vac.: 75 kN
Min thrust
- 1 atm:
- Vac.:
I_sp
- 1 atm: 250
- Vac.: 900
Propellants
- Hydrogen: TBD
Flags
- Stops under TBD

Vectoring Range
- Pitch: N/A
- Yaw: N/A

Outputs
- Electric Charge: 10.000 /s

Changes

0.1.0.0

Initial release

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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"]].