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Apparently we just have to wait a few centuries if current trends continue. I think the issue is can we create a closed loop biosphere for Mars, or even here on Earth.
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In the tabs: Edit: Just tried it and I received an error. An error has occurred that prevented the client from loading correctly. More details Object doesn't support property or method 'endsWith'
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Perhaps Japanese capsule hotels:
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Propellers Please?
James Kerman replied to James M's topic in KSP1 Suggestions & Development Discussion
Actually I wouldn't mind the addition to stock. I agree they will not be efficient for a space plane departing Kerbin however I have used electric props on an Eve biome hopper and LF on Laythe so they do serve some roles quite well on atmospheric bodies. -
Hypothetical Earth modification - shallow oceans
James Kerman replied to p1t1o's topic in Science & Spaceflight
What kind of tidal effects could we expect to see on this hypothetical Earth? -
You have just bought 6 seats on the BFR luna flyby
James Kerman replied to James Kerman's topic in The Lounge
Lol, I was thinking whether the art would be imitating life or visa versa but my suspicious mind is now wondering if you have a Soyuz model at home, @kerbiloid. -
Make a wish... and have it horribly corrupted!
James Kerman replied to vexx32's topic in Forum Games!
Granted, I buy you a Magnum Solar Eclipse: Unfortunately you develop type 1 Diabetes. I wish @Pascovian never develops type 1 diabetes. -
You have just bought 6 seats on the BFR luna flyby
James Kerman replied to James Kerman's topic in The Lounge
Doing a flyby of the moon while doing a flyby of the Mun? That would be epic! -
You have just bought 6 seats on the BFR luna flyby
James Kerman replied to James Kerman's topic in The Lounge
Unfortunately it's been done: https://www.quora.com/Do-astronauts-play-video-games-on-the-ISS -
You can also "focus view" on a planet or moon in the tracking station or in map view and use the 3 buttons, bottom left of TS or left of screen in map view:
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Service bay reentry
James Kerman replied to Fraktal's topic in KSP1 Gameplay Questions and Tutorials
Your pilots skill level greatly affects the SAS ability of your craft. Perhaps you could try copying the craft file into a sandbox game and see how it runs with a level 5 pilot. I usually build a vey simple chute/Mk1 pod/heat shield upper stage for my first orbit. If you still flip to prograde on reentry you can add drogue chutes and "wobble" your craft left and right after the flip to help bleed off speed before main chutes. Another possibility would be to aerobrake by dropping your Pe to around 55km, and then burn the last of your fuel retrograde at that point. The heat shield isn't really required but I'm a stickler for safety. -
Tsunami about to smash an airport... what would you do?
James Kerman replied to AeroGav's topic in Science & Spaceflight
I'm not sure if it's a record or not but I do remember watching coverage of the boxing day tsunami (apparently known as a teletsunami) in 2004 that devastated the coastlines of Indonesia, Sri Lanka, India, Thailand and Malaysia with effects as far as Africa. It prompted the UN to institute a monitoring system for the Indian ocean. Bandah Aceh was the worst city hit: -
You have just bought 6 seats on the BFR luna flyby
James Kerman replied to James Kerman's topic in The Lounge
Joking: It would be more efficient to use C grade celebrities as reaction mass. This was off the rails from the get go, Mate. I don't mind what people post so long as it's civil and interesting. He seems sincere to me. I am biased because as a failed musician and a space nut the concept has really resonated with me. Once again I feel the concept is original and interesting. I know we're dealing with Elon time and reality and I know there is a possibility that the flight will never happen but I couldn't see any space agency or company doing something like this off their own bat, SpaceX included. I give the guy props for putting his money up for the idea. -
totm nov 2023 SpaceX Discussion Thread
James Kerman replied to Skylon's topic in Science & Spaceflight
He has: https://venturebeat.com/2015/01/06/spacex-tesla-founder-elon-musk-loves-kerbal-space-program-mass-effect-and-civilization/ -
Parsing persistent.sfs into database or application
James Kerman replied to Waynieoaks's topic in KSP1 Discussion
Maybe KML - Persistence file editor: I'm not sure if it does what you need - this is listed in the OP: -
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You have just bought 6 seats on the BFR luna flyby
James Kerman replied to James Kerman's topic in The Lounge
It's not really a popular concept in Australia (at least in my social group). Most of us watch large sporting events on location or at a pub (sports bar). It was a joking comment, I don't think I'd actually watch a group of celebrities choking out on the moon for any price however if the Luna flyby VR experience is going to cost money I'd probably pay around $80 USD, depending on the passengers, for me and the family to experience it - but I play KSP so I'm kind of biased towards the idea. It would probably return less than a drop in the ocean of cash that BFR/BFS will require to become a thing. Imagine how many (there should be a word for people who are not interested in space flight = space muggles) spuggles would pay to watch if you put Beyoncé, Ed Sheeran or Bruno Mars on that flight. -
You have just bought 6 seats on the BFR luna flyby
James Kerman replied to James Kerman's topic in The Lounge
Survivor: Moon - the shortest reality show in history of television! ....I'd actually watch that one..... -
You have just bought 6 seats on the BFR luna flyby
James Kerman replied to James Kerman's topic in The Lounge
Yeah, it's not something I would want on my wall but it sold for $110 million last year so it proves art is subjective. I don't think there is such a huge disconnect between art and STEM, just different elements of creativity, intelligence and thought. The Dear Moon project has injected a "significant" amount of money into development of the BFR/BFS so in some ways the art is helping the science and engineering here. I do feel that there is a risk that the venture may end up being depicted as the most pretentious thing a philanthropist has ever done in the media but the payoff in terms of culture and as a driver for space tourism could be amazing. Imagine *insert top hip hop artist here* relaying his/her experience to millions of fans - how could this not inspire kids to want to be a part of these extra planetary endeavors. Would Von Braun and the other early pioneers of spaceflight have decided to get into rocketry if there was no science fiction to inspire them? -
I'm an Australian of Greek ancestry so I think I'm either a Grelian or an Australeek.
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totm nov 2023 SpaceX Discussion Thread
James Kerman replied to Skylon's topic in Science & Spaceflight
I'm sure he's thinking "If only I brought my skateboard". -
You have just bought 6 seats on the BFR luna flyby
James Kerman replied to James Kerman's topic in The Lounge
I chose Banksy because I thought it would be cool to see great street art, popping up around major cities, depicting scenes from the flight in an format accessible for all. -
You have just bought 6 seats on the BFR luna flyby
James Kerman replied to James Kerman's topic in The Lounge
I didn't know they were still performing. -
Will YOU be on the first BFR manned moon flyby ?
James Kerman replied to Green Baron's topic in The Lounge
No, not for me. As I've got older I've become far more risk averse and I would not like to be stuck in a can with a bunch of other people.