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| [[File:|200px|center]] Deep Space Hydrogen Engine | |||||||||||
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| Mass (t) | 3.000 | ||||||||||
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| 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. It has a long shape and a singular long engine bell design suited for highly efficient deep space travel.
Usage
The Nerv at sea level is incredibly ineffective, with it's low thrust and ISP. However, in a vacuum, it becomes quite effective and 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 useful 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). Overall, with it's small and convenient size, this engine would be recommended for small scale interplanetary transfers and not flying a jet through the atmosphere of Duna (poor Jeb...)
Synopsis
"Despite the big scary trefoil painted onto the side of this engine, its radioactive exhaust, and tendency to overheat, the LV-N Atomic Rocket Motor is harmless. Mostly. Note that the LV-N is the only LV series engine to run solely on [Hydrogen] - the future is glowing bright!" NOTE: THIS IS THE KSP1 DESCRIPTION. CHANGE WHEN I GET THE KSP 2 ONE