Minimalist Ariane Replica Bundle [low part count] [0.20]

[Baenki]

Baenki CEO of the Melon Space Corporation proudly presents:

The Minimalist Ariane Replica Bundleâ„¢ a.k.a The Minimalist Keriane Bundleâ„¢

Download: http://kerbalspaceprogram.com/keriane/

At this point the pack is consisting of 3 classic Ariane Rockets Ariane I, II, III and the concept design Ariane VI.

But because this is KSP and everything has to start with "K" the replicas are called Keriane.

The goal of this project is to create Kerbalised replicas, with as less parts as possible. But still just like the real thing.

The models that will be shown, are fully testet and ready to fly.

About payloads:

All payloads to LKO (100x100km) and KEO (2869x2869km) are the maximum Melon Space Corp. tested. Rockets may carry bigger payloads.

Color Code:

GREEN - The Payload can be put in LKO/KEO without problems. The mass maybe could be higher.

YELLOW - The Payload can be put in LKO/KEO without problems. The mass limit is reached.

RED - The payload mass is the structural limit the rocket can hold. Caution is advised. Don´t exceed this limit!!!

So now let us see the lifters.

(Payloads and Fairings not included)

Keriane I

Part count: 34

First Stage TWR (without payload): 1.26

Max. Payload tested:

-LKO - 4.85tons

-KEO - 1.75tons

This Rocket is really straight forward.

Keriane II

Part count: 34

First Stage TWR (without payload): 1.24

Max. Payload tested:

-LKO - 7.10tons

-KEO - 3.65tons

Keriane I with an enhanced upper stage.

Keriane III

Part count: 40

First stage TWR (without payload): 1.24

Max. Payload tested:

-LKO - 8.35tons Caution: If the first stage is still attached at gravity turn, only tap your RCS or the rocket will break.

-KEO - 4.50tons

Keriane II with SRBs added.

Keriane IV

Coming Soonâ„¢

Keriane V

Coming Soonâ„¢

Keriane VI (Concept)

Part count: 22

First stage TWR (without payload): 3.04

Max Payload tested:

-LKO - 2.005tons

-KEO - not KEO capable (a KEO capable version is planned.)

This could be the most interesting of the pack, unsing 4 SRBs in 2 stages.

For more information about "Keriane VI" look here: http://forum.kerbalspaceprogram.com/showthread.php/39666-Simple-Ariane-6-Concept-Replica-0-20-Picture-Heavy

Keriane VI Advanced (Concept)

Part count: 22

First stage TWR (without payload): 2.75

Max Payload tested:

-LKO - 2.05tons

-KEO - 1.05tons Caution! Upper stage can not be deorbited with this payload size.

- 0.85tons Munar Injection possible. (Circularisation not tested.)

Keriane VI concept with an enlarged upper stage. Stronger version coming as soon as the game gives us stronger SRBs.

Size Comparison

Flight instructions for Keriane I,II,III:

-Activate SAS before launch.

-Launch with max. thrust.

-At ~9km start your gravity turn. Use RCS.

-Let the first stage burn out completely before dropping it. Don´t stop your burn because you overshot your desired AP. There is plenty Fuel for later correction. When you are circularizing you will lose a little height of your AP usually.

-To get to KEO get a stable orbit first. At PE use the remaining fuel to get an higher AP. At the next AP burn retrograde to reentry, drop the 2nd stage. Then burn for KEO with the remaining upper stage.

-If you don't have an excessively big payload the upper stage has enough fuel to deorbit itself.

Flight instructions for Keriane VI:

-Activate SAS before launch

-Fire up those solids.

-1st stageing event at ~9000m

-Use RCS for the Gravity turn and fire up the 2nd solid stage

-Use your upper stage to finish the circularisation.

-If you don't have an excessively big payload the upper stage has enough fuel to deorbit itself.

Have Fun!!!

So this is basically it for the moment.

Disclaimer: Store "Keriane" in a dry, dark place. Store "Keriane" at room temperature (not more than 25°C). "Keriane" is not suitable for children under 3 years of age. CHOKING HAZARD. "Keriane" is not guaranteed to fly. Neither "Melon Space Corporation" nor "Baenki" are liable for damages like temporary or permanent blindness, burning wounds, intoxication, coma, death etc. "Keriane" may cause.

"Keriane" is a trademark of "Melon Space Corporation"

Made in Kermany

Edited July 12, 2013 by Baenki

[Baenki]

Keriane VI (concept) added.

[manskal]

Yay Arianes (or should I say Kerianes)! Too bad my fave (the Ariane V) is not available yet.

[Flixxbeatz]

Deserves a place in Kerbalized Rockets thread

Also, I'm making a modded replica of those, since I've already got 5 and 6 up.

[Baenki]

A quick info for people waiting for the rest of the models, if there are such people. The Project will be discontinued until 0.21. Then the existing lifters will be optimized and after that Keriane IV and V will be developed.

~ Baenki

CEO of Melon Space Corporation

EDIT: Never mind. The update came faster than i tought it would. I'll start as soin as i have acces to my pc again. That will be next week.

Edited July 24, 2013 by Baenki