Fulgora Posted June 7, 2021 Share Posted June 7, 2021 (edited) After quite some time in the making I am (again somewhat proudly) presenting my submission for STS Mun-2 to STS Mun-4 which completes the surface base that I have started here. ** Spoiler alert ** This features the return of my kOS shuttle launch script which has been refined to work (better) with my updated Booster stack as of KSP 1.10.1 and it now has the ability to launch multiple shuttles at once! I did some (limited) research but I believe this could be a worlds first in KSP for: Launching 3 crafts (shuttles) to orbit at once using an autopilot (citation needed!) There used to be a KSP weekly challenge for two rockets at the same time on Reddit but I didn't find any entry that launched three. Theoretically my script can launch an arbitrary amount of shuttles at once but my CPU already struggles with three so I am planning on leaving it at that The kOS script is open source for evaluation and/or whatever shenanigans you can come up with If you want to use the launch script yourself and / or have suggestions for improvement I am happy to accept Pull-Requests. The craft files used in the mission can be downloaded here - note that these craft files include my standard clamp stand and not the rover-launchtower used in the video as that one kills framerates and is rather slow to maneuver. If you really want the rover-launchtower craftfiles PM me and I will share them of course as well: STS Mun-2 (escape module) STS Mun-3 (crew module) STS Mun-4 (rover module) As with my last submission I got a higher badge than I was eligible for I am now officially applying for this one: @sturmhauke as a computer scientist yourself I am sure you can relate: Quote There are 2 hard problems in computer science: cache invalidation naming things and off-by-1 errors. As per usual: If there are any details missing I have many hours of footage that I can bombard you with - just let me know what you would like to see Mod-List (for compliance reasons etc.): Spoiler Astrogator v0.10.2 BetterBurnTime 1.10 BetterCrewAssignment 1.4 BreakingGround-DLC 1.5.1 CameraTools v1.14.0 Chatterer 0.9.99 ChattererExtended 0.6.2 ClickThroughBlocker 1:0.1.10.14 CommNetAntennasInfo 3.0.2 DockingPortAlignmentIndicator 6.9.1 DynamicBatteryStorage 2:2.1.10.0 EnvironmentalVisualEnhancements 3:1.10.1-3 EnvironmentalVisualEnhancements-HR 2:EVE-1.2.2-1 KerbalAlarmClock v3.13.0.0 KerbalChangelog v1.3.0 KerbalEngineerRedux 1.1.7.2 KerbalJointReinforcementContinued v3.5.1 KerbalXMod 1.1.0 Kopernicus 2:release-1.9.1-13 KXAPI 1.2.0 MakingHistory-DLC 1.10.1 MechJeb2 2.11.0.0 ModularFlightIntegrator 1.2.7.0 ModuleManager 4.1.4 Parallax 1.1.1b PlanetShine 0.2.6.3 PlanetShine-Config-Default 0.2.6.3 ProjectManager v2.4 RealPlume 2:v13.3.2 RealPlume-StockConfigs v4.0.3 ReentryParticleEffect 1.9.1.1 Scatterer 3:v0.0632 Scatterer-config 3:v0.0632 Scatterer-sunflare 3:v0.0632 ShipManifest 6.0.2.0 SmartParts 1.9.16 SmokeScreen 2.8.14.0 SpaceTuxLibrary 0.0.4.1 Toolbar 1:1.8.0.5 ToolbarController 1:0.1.9.4 TrackingStationEvolved 6.0 TriggerAu-Flags v2.10.0.0 WaypointManager 2.8.2.6 ZeroMiniAVC 1:1.1.0.1 Edited June 8, 2021 by Fulgora Added KerbalX links to the craftfiles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Autochrome Posted June 7, 2021 Share Posted June 7, 2021 Ok, I think I am finally ready to attempt STS 1a: https://imgur.com/a/EBQjPqu The Determination Space Shuttle is go for launch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Autochrome Posted June 7, 2021 Share Posted June 7, 2021 Currently in flight: https://imgur.com/a/KJNqydO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Autochrome Posted June 7, 2021 Share Posted June 7, 2021 (edited) I have landed at the KSC Runway after five tries for the STS 1a mission! Here is my proof: https://imgur.com/PuWFNQg https://imgur.com/gohmNf5 https://imgur.com/KdjxlT7 https://imgur.com/o2g7GQk I believe I can apply for the STS 1a Commander Badge: Also, can someone tell me the difference between the silver feathers and the gold feathers on the badge? Is the silver feathers for people who used mods? I didn't use mods, so I should get the gold feathers if that is the case. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Nevermind, I read the meaning of the badges. Edited June 7, 2021 by Austin_Kerman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Autochrome Posted June 7, 2021 Share Posted June 7, 2021 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I will now be attempting the STS 1b badge, don't know if it will work Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Autochrome Posted June 7, 2021 Share Posted June 7, 2021 For the STS 1b mission, I have put two additional boosters on the lift stage for the heavy payload. https://imgur.com/a/1wXE3kY I hope I can get this payload to orbit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Autochrome Posted June 7, 2021 Share Posted June 7, 2021 After managing to get the shuttle with the payload to orbit (It was not easy), I deployed the payload (which was a recreation of the one showed in the STS 1b), and landed back at the KSC Runway, thus completing the Bonus STS 1b mission. Here is my proof: https://imgur.com/zIwBg7X https://imgur.com/Z1I74f6 https://imgur.com/ohcuWxV With this mission done, I am applying for the STS 1b Commander Stock Badge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sturmhauke Posted June 7, 2021 Author Share Posted June 7, 2021 16 hours ago, Fulgora said: @sturmhauke as a computer scientist yourself I am sure you can relate: Quote There are 2 hard problems in computer science: cache invalidation naming things and off-by-1 errors. LOL, yeah I've used that one plenty of times myself. Anyway, we'll review your submission and let you know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Autochrome Posted June 8, 2021 Share Posted June 8, 2021 (edited) @sturmhauke(I don't know if I am suppose to ping you for the mission submission; if not, sorry for the inconvenience) I have once again done a mission in this challenge, STS 2a, where I deployed two geostationary satellites from 205 km up, then a boost stage brought them up to the geostationary orbit. I then landed the shuttle by the KSC. Here is my proof: https://imgur.com/a/gXBFkkf https://imgur.com/a/XSZw9nG https://imgur.com/a/n188y0A With this, I am applying for the STS 2a Pilot Stock Badge. (I hope to be able to do the rest of the missions) ------------------------------------------------------------------- Currently attempting STS 2b, just captured the fuel pod. Edited June 8, 2021 by Austin_Kerman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Autochrome Posted June 8, 2021 Share Posted June 8, 2021 (edited) After launching my shuttle and capturing the fuel pod I had left in a 90km orbit, I landed back down by the KSC Runway, but not on it, unfortunately. Here is my proof: https://imgur.com/a/7BJgEq4 https://imgur.com/a/IwyVkI1 With this, I am applying for the STS 2b Pilot Stock Badge. Edited June 8, 2021 by Austin_Kerman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Autochrome Posted June 8, 2021 Share Posted June 8, 2021 I have done another mission in this challenge, Kerbin STS-3. I launched a telescope to a 600km orbit with an inclination of 30 degrees. I deployed the telescope and put its two solar panels on by two engineers. I then deorbited the shuttle and landed at the KSC Runway. Here is my proof: https://imgur.com/a/jkRzF22 https://imgur.com/a/8XIlY13 https://imgur.com/a/hpsYRDe With this done, I am applying for the STS-3 Commander Stock Badge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Autochrome Posted June 8, 2021 Share Posted June 8, 2021 (edited) I have, for the thousandth time (I have literally nothing else to do but these missions), completed another mission in this challenge, STS-4. First, I launched a shuttle with 6 crew into a 370km, 26 degree orbit. I then launched another shuttle to rescue the crew, and then headed back down to Kerbin and landed at the KSC Runway. Here is my proof: https://imgur.com/a/kiVd0kr https://imgur.com/a/tV18QeS https://imgur.com/a/grLMroJ With another mission biting the dust, I am applying for the STS-4 Commander Stock Badge. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I will now begin the STS-5-8 missions. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I have done STS-5-6, will now do STS-7-8. Edited June 9, 2021 by Austin_Kerman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Autochrome Posted June 9, 2021 Share Posted June 9, 2021 (edited) @sturmhauke After 2 days of launching the modules of the space station with the Determination Space Shuttle, then having to land the Determination at the KSC Runway, I have completed the space station missions of STS 5-8. The STS Station was launched into a 310km orbit with a service, habitation, and two scientific modules. Here is my proof: https://imgur.com/a/ASHqCUX https://imgur.com/a/eqz98Wr https://imgur.com/a/A0lbn1Z https://imgur.com/a/3JQHbX2 With these final main Kerbin missions done, I am applying for the STS 5-8 Commander Stock Badge. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I don't mean to be rude, but when will I get the badges? I have completed all of the Kerbin missions. ---------------------------------------- Now attempting the Mun Series. Edited June 9, 2021 by Austin_Kerman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bioman222 Posted June 10, 2021 Share Posted June 10, 2021 (edited) Space Shuttle Armstrong carries Jedediah and Valentina Kerman on the STS-1a/b flight Full Imgur album of the mission: https://imgur.com/a/RNnBtB9 I completed STS-1a/b with my new Armstrong-class shuttle. Jeb and Val succesfully carried the fuel pod to a circular 157km orbit with an error of only 30m, and safely returned to the island airfield. The shuttle is almost completely stock, except for a few parts for the Kerbalism mod. I used some other mods (mainly Trajectories) to assist with flying, but aside from that I believe this would qualify as a stock flight per the rules. Edited June 10, 2021 by Bioman222 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sturmhauke Posted June 10, 2021 Author Share Posted June 10, 2021 17 hours ago, Austin_Kerman said: I don't mean to be rude, but when will I get the badges? I have completed all of the Kerbin missions. As I've mentioned before, I'm very busy in RL at the moment. @Artienia has been helping with moderation duties. One of us will review your submission as soon as we can. We appreciate your patience. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Autochrome Posted June 10, 2021 Share Posted June 10, 2021 @sturmhauke Ok, thanks for the update, sorry for the disturbance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Autochrome Posted June 10, 2021 Share Posted June 10, 2021 I have completed the first mission in the Mun Series. I deployed a manned laboratory on the surface of the Mun with the Determination Space Shuttle, and after two aero-braking passes, I landed at the KSC Runway. Here is my proof: https://imgur.com/a/tqjPOyF (Photo Album of the mission) With this first mission done, I am applying for the Mun STS-1 Commander Stock Badge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoninFrog Posted June 11, 2021 Share Posted June 11, 2021 (edited) I have assembled a thing. I think it qualifies for (Stock) STS-1a. Full mission log: Spoiler Here is the monstrosity that I have pieced together. Definitely based on the NASA Space Shuttle. Trust me, it is technically a space shuttle. Pulling almost 3 gees on launch. (Also pictured above if you want to see it twice) I have never cared about how I'm supposed to do a gravity turn. "Stay below 300 m/s while below 10km"? Huh? I like my fairings nice and toasty. Gotta live on the edge! I had a full four pixels left on the overheat bar... Well at least it's gonna clear the atmosphere (or that's what the game predicts): Oh right, it can't be a SSTO. Cut the thrusters! ...and the shuttle burned for orbit on its own engine. See? Definitely 100% SSTO-free. Well I guess the booster is recoverable! I better get some kind of special recognition for all the work I did trying to land it without blowing it up! Ha! Who needs fancy SpaceX tech when you can just ram the thing into the ground at an excess of 650 mph. Okay, now time for the fun part. Bill, it's your time to shine as an engineer! Gotta assemble the payload! Yeah, that's right, Bill! Your work looks absolutely flawless! Bam! Communications network complete! The KSC now has Wi-fi! Thank you for choosing Spectrum! This is why people use fiber... Okay we had our fun. Time to leave. Who needs microwaves when pouring your coffee on the window heats it up four times faster? Parachutes (yes I promise this is HTOL). Gonna be a bit short of the KSC. See? Told you. Well, I was gonna try to drive over to the KSC to collect a shiny gold star, but a mountain cut me off in a lane merge. So I guess that's it for this submission! Spoiler Edited June 11, 2021 by RoninFrog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Artienia Posted June 11, 2021 Share Posted June 11, 2021 I will review all your submissions today, i apologize for the wait Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Autochrome Posted June 11, 2021 Share Posted June 11, 2021 @Artienia Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Artienia Posted June 11, 2021 Share Posted June 11, 2021 On 6/7/2021 at 8:28 AM, Fulgora said: After quite some time in the making I am (again somewhat proudly) presenting my submission for STS Mun-2 to STS Mun-4 which completes the surface base that I have started here. ** Spoiler alert ** This features the return of my kOS shuttle launch script which has been refined to work (better) with my updated Booster stack as of KSP 1.10.1 and it now has the ability to launch multiple shuttles at once! I did some (limited) research but I believe this could be a worlds first in KSP for: Launching 3 crafts (shuttles) to orbit at once using an autopilot (citation needed!) There used to be a KSP weekly challenge for two rockets at the same time on Reddit but I didn't find any entry that launched three. Theoretically my script can launch an arbitrary amount of shuttles at once but my CPU already struggles with three so I am planning on leaving it at that The kOS script is open source for evaluation and/or whatever shenanigans you can come up with If you want to use the launch script yourself and / or have suggestions for improvement I am happy to accept Pull-Requests. The craft files used in the mission can be downloaded here - note that these craft files include my standard clamp stand and not the rover-launchtower used in the video as that one kills framerates and is rather slow to maneuver. If you really want the rover-launchtower craftfiles PM me and I will share them of course as well: STS Mun-2 (escape module) STS Mun-3 (crew module) STS Mun-4 (rover module) As with my last submission I got a higher badge than I was eligible for I am now officially applying for this one: @sturmhauke as a computer scientist yourself I am sure you can relate: As per usual: If there are any details missing I have many hours of footage that I can bombard you with - just let me know what you would like to see Mod-List (for compliance reasons etc.): Reveal hidden contents Astrogator v0.10.2 BetterBurnTime 1.10 BetterCrewAssignment 1.4 BreakingGround-DLC 1.5.1 CameraTools v1.14.0 Chatterer 0.9.99 ChattererExtended 0.6.2 ClickThroughBlocker 1:0.1.10.14 CommNetAntennasInfo 3.0.2 DockingPortAlignmentIndicator 6.9.1 DynamicBatteryStorage 2:2.1.10.0 EnvironmentalVisualEnhancements 3:1.10.1-3 EnvironmentalVisualEnhancements-HR 2:EVE-1.2.2-1 KerbalAlarmClock v3.13.0.0 KerbalChangelog v1.3.0 KerbalEngineerRedux 1.1.7.2 KerbalJointReinforcementContinued v3.5.1 KerbalXMod 1.1.0 Kopernicus 2:release-1.9.1-13 KXAPI 1.2.0 MakingHistory-DLC 1.10.1 MechJeb2 2.11.0.0 ModularFlightIntegrator 1.2.7.0 ModuleManager 4.1.4 Parallax 1.1.1b PlanetShine 0.2.6.3 PlanetShine-Config-Default 0.2.6.3 ProjectManager v2.4 RealPlume 2:v13.3.2 RealPlume-StockConfigs v4.0.3 ReentryParticleEffect 1.9.1.1 Scatterer 3:v0.0632 Scatterer-config 3:v0.0632 Scatterer-sunflare 3:v0.0632 ShipManifest 6.0.2.0 SmartParts 1.9.16 SmokeScreen 2.8.14.0 SpaceTuxLibrary 0.0.4.1 Toolbar 1:1.8.0.5 ToolbarController 1:0.1.9.4 TrackingStationEvolved 6.0 TriggerAu-Flags v2.10.0.0 WaypointManager 2.8.2.6 ZeroMiniAVC 1:1.1.0.1 What an amazing video, great editing skills! You truly deserve your badge, here you go! On 6/7/2021 at 6:25 PM, Austin_Kerman said: I have landed at the KSC Runway after five tries for the STS 1a mission! Here is my proof: https://imgur.com/PuWFNQg https://imgur.com/gohmNf5 https://imgur.com/KdjxlT7 https://imgur.com/o2g7GQk I believe I can apply for the STS 1a Commander Badge: Also, can someone tell me the difference between the silver feathers and the gold feathers on the badge? Is the silver feathers for people who used mods? I didn't use mods, so I should get the gold feathers if that is the case. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Nevermind, I read the meaning of the badges. The color of the laurels indicates what type of parts were used for mission crafts - silver for mod parts, gold for stock only (including DLC). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Artienia Posted June 11, 2021 Share Posted June 11, 2021 On 6/7/2021 at 10:13 PM, Austin_Kerman said: After managing to get the shuttle with the payload to orbit (It was not easy), I deployed the payload (which was a recreation of the one showed in the STS 1b), and landed back at the KSC Runway, thus completing the Bonus STS 1b mission. Here is my proof: https://imgur.com/zIwBg7X https://imgur.com/Z1I74f6 https://imgur.com/ohcuWxV With this mission done, I am applying for the STS 1b Commander Stock Badge. Unfortunately i cannot award you your badge as you did not post the pod's orbit and it's fullness. On 6/8/2021 at 2:21 AM, Austin_Kerman said: @sturmhauke(I don't know if I am suppose to ping you for the mission submission; if not, sorry for the inconvenience) I have once again done a mission in this challenge, STS 2a, where I deployed two geostationary satellites from 205 km up, then a boost stage brought them up to the geostationary orbit. I then landed the shuttle by the KSC. Here is my proof: https://imgur.com/a/gXBFkkf https://imgur.com/a/XSZw9nG https://imgur.com/a/n188y0A With this, I am applying for the STS 2a Pilot Stock Badge. (I hope to be able to do the rest of the missions) ------------------------------------------------------------------- Currently attempting STS 2b, just captured the fuel pod. Unfortunately i cannot award you your badge as i only saw one deployment of the sattelites, if you show where the second one is i can award you your badge! On 6/8/2021 at 5:20 PM, Austin_Kerman said: After launching my shuttle and capturing the fuel pod I had left in a 90km orbit, I landed back down by the KSC Runway, but not on it, unfortunately. Here is my proof: https://imgur.com/a/7BJgEq4 https://imgur.com/a/IwyVkI1 With this, I am applying for the STS 2b Pilot Stock Badge. Due to 1b i am unable to grant this badge On 6/8/2021 at 6:52 PM, Austin_Kerman said: I have done another mission in this challenge, Kerbin STS-3. I launched a telescope to a 600km orbit with an inclination of 30 degrees. I deployed the telescope and put its two solar panels on by two engineers. I then deorbited the shuttle and landed at the KSC Runway. Here is my proof: https://imgur.com/a/jkRzF22 https://imgur.com/a/8XIlY13 https://imgur.com/a/hpsYRDe With this done, I am applying for the STS-3 Commander Stock Badge. I do not see the pictures of where you used the MMUs to attach it to the telescope itself, nor the declanation unfortunately. I am unable to grant this badge On 6/8/2021 at 10:14 PM, Austin_Kerman said: I have, for the thousandth time (I have literally nothing else to do but these missions), completed another mission in this challenge, STS-4. First, I launched a shuttle with 6 crew into a 370km, 26 degree orbit. I then launched another shuttle to rescue the crew, and then headed back down to Kerbin and landed at the KSC Runway. Here is my proof: https://imgur.com/a/kiVd0kr https://imgur.com/a/tV18QeS https://imgur.com/a/grLMroJ With another mission biting the dust, I am applying for the STS-4 Commander Stock Badge. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I will now begin the STS-5-8 missions. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I have done STS-5-6, will now do STS-7-8. while there isn't a lot of information, there is enough for me to grant this badge However please know that you can't use this badge until you obtiain the previous tiers (which i was unable to reward you), however you do not have to redo this mission On 6/10/2021 at 12:52 AM, Austin_Kerman said: @sturmhauke After 2 days of launching the modules of the space station with the Determination Space Shuttle, then having to land the Determination at the KSC Runway, I have completed the space station missions of STS 5-8. The STS Station was launched into a 310km orbit with a service, habitation, and two scientific modules. Here is my proof: https://imgur.com/a/ASHqCUX https://imgur.com/a/eqz98Wr https://imgur.com/a/A0lbn1Z https://imgur.com/a/3JQHbX2 With these final main Kerbin missions done, I am applying for the STS 5-8 Commander Stock Badge. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I don't mean to be rude, but when will I get the badges? I have completed all of the Kerbin missions. ---------------------------------------- Now attempting the Mun Series. Badge Granted, same restriction as STS-4. 20 hours ago, Austin_Kerman said: I have completed the first mission in the Mun Series. I deployed a manned laboratory on the surface of the Mun with the Determination Space Shuttle, and after two aero-braking passes, I landed at the KSC Runway. Here is my proof: https://imgur.com/a/tqjPOyF (Photo Album of the mission) With this first mission done, I am applying for the Mun STS-1 Commander Stock Badge. Badge Granted, same restriction as STS-4 --------------------------------- I am very happy that you are actively aiming to get all the badges, however as you can see you did not provide enough information for me to actually award you some of the later badges. To combat this please take more pictures on the mission-critical aspects of the missions, e.g.: orbits. I am glad that you have switched from multiple imgur links to one singular album, however i do request that you order the images in the album itself as currently they are out of order. This isn't an issue with 3 pictures but with 20 it will be. Thank you for understanding I eagerly wait for your mission re-runs, and after that your next future missions Fly safe! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Autochrome Posted June 11, 2021 Share Posted June 11, 2021 @Artienia Thanks for the badges! I'll try to get the remaining proof for some of the missions, and redo the ones I can't get proof for. I could stream the redo missions, that should remove any doubt in the mission, so I'll try that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michal.don Posted June 12, 2021 Share Posted June 12, 2021 On 6/7/2021 at 8:28 AM, Fulgora said: After quite some time in the making I am (again somewhat proudly) presenting my submission for STS Mun-2 to STS Mun-4 which completes the surface base that I have started here. I don't post here too much lately, but I'm still keeping an eye on this challenge.... @sturmhauke, when real life permits, I'd suggest you take a look on this, I believe this one might very well be "Skunkworks-badge-worthy" Awesome job! Michal.don Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sturmhauke Posted June 12, 2021 Author Share Posted June 12, 2021 1 minute ago, michal.don said: I don't post here too much lately, but I'm still keeping an eye on this challenge.... @sturmhauke, when real life permits, I'd suggest you take a look on this, I believe this one might very well be "Skunkworks-badge-worthy" Awesome job! Michal.don I do plan on reviewing everything just to see where we're at, but yeah I'll take that into consideration. In the meantime I've got more data structures, algorithms, and high level architecture to brush up on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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